Bangladesh Army deploying composite battalion in Qatar
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Composite Battalion (725 personnel) of the Bangladesh Army deploying to Qatar to assist in the defence of critical infrastructure (e.g., airbases, oil/gas facilities, port security, urban defence). This unit balances infantry strength with layered air defence, anti-armour capabilities, and integrated UAVs for surveillance—tailored for Qatar’s desert urban terrain and Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army – Air Assault Brigade Group
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Bangladesh Army can deploy independent air assault composite brigade groups for expeditionary operations beyond its territory to act as a deterrence against threats from neighbouring countries. These forces can be easily deployed in the Siliguri Corridor, Mizoram, Barak Valley or even Paletwa if required during hostilities. 🔹 Brigade HQ Continue Reading
Submarines add to Bangladesh’s strategic deterrence
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe rationale for the Bangladesh Navy to maintain a large fleet of diesel-electric and midget submarines is rooted in strategic deterrence, asymmetric warfare capabilities, regional maritime balance, and national defence imperatives. Here’s a breakdown: 🔱 Strategic Rationale for a Large Submarine Fleet 1. Asymmetric Deterrence 2. Protection of Maritime Interests Continue Reading
Indian air power and surveillance threat matrix near Bangladesh
Reading Time: 2 minutesIndia maintains a robust network of forward airbases, radar stations, and integrated air defence systems across its eastern and north-eastern regions, many of which lie within 1,000 kilometres of the Bangladesh border. These installations are strategically positioned across West Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Odisha, enabling India to maintain air Continue Reading
Operational Capability Degradation – Myanmar Armed Forces (Tatmadaw)
Reading Time: 2 minutesAs of early 2025, the Myanmar Armed Forces (Tatmadaw) are experiencing significant degradation in their operational effectiveness across nearly all regions of the country. This deterioration is the result of sustained offensives by ethnic armed organisations (EAOs), widespread resistance by the National Unity Government (NUG)-aligned People’s Defence Forces (PDFs), mass Continue Reading