Upgrade Study: BNS Khalid Bin Walid
Reading Time: 5 minutes1. Introduction BNS Khalid Bin Walid (F-25), a guided-missile frigate in service with the Bangladesh Navy, stands as a testament to the country’s commitment to regional maritime security and naval modernisation. Originally built in South Korea and commissioned in 2001, the vessel was inducted into the Bangladesh Navy in 2007 Continue Reading
Martin-Baker Quietly Reveals Indian Rafale Losses
Reading Time: 2 minutesMartin-Baker, the British manufacturer of ejection seats for frontline combat aircraft, has inadvertently disclosed a significant development: the loss of three Indian Air Force Rafale fighters during the May 2025 standoff with Pakistan. In a recent update, the company raised its total tally of pilots saved to 7,788, four more Continue Reading
Building an Indigenous Family of Armoured Vehicles: A Strategic Blueprint for Bangladesh Army
Reading Time: 7 minutesThis report outlines a comprehensive strategy for the Bangladesh Army to develop a family of indigenous armoured vehicles (AVs), with the dual aim of reducing dependency on foreign imports and strengthening the domestic defence-industrial base. Drawing on case studies from Kazakhstan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Australia, it recommends a modular, Continue Reading
Bangladesh’s Asymmetric Naval Warfare Strategy Against India
Reading Time: 8 minutesTable of Contents 1. Executive Summary Bangladesh faces a significant asymmetry in naval and air power relative to India, particularly in the Bay of Bengal. This report proposes a multi-domain asymmetric warfare approach designed to offset Indian conventional superiority by leveraging stealth, precision, and joint force integration. The cornerstone of Continue Reading
From Copycats to Contenders: The Rising Efficacy of Chinese Weapons
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe recent Indo-Pak conflict of early 2025 has brought to light a significant shift in global military dynamics. One of the most notable developments was the performance of next-generation Chinese weaponry used by Pakistani forces. Once criticised for their perceived inferiority, Chinese arms are increasingly proving their worth on the Continue Reading