Bangladesh Army Begins Phased Withdrawal of 50% Troops Ahead of Election Redeployment
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn a move reflecting both strategic recalibration and preparation for the upcoming national elections, the Bangladesh Army has begun withdrawing 50 percent of its personnel currently deployed across the country. The decision, issued through a government directive earlier this week, aims to provide rest and retraining opportunities for troops before Continue Reading
European Envoys Back Airbus Proposal to Modernise Biman Fleet
Reading Time: 3 minutesAmbassadors and high commissioners from France, Germany, the United Kingdom and the European Union have voiced unified support for introducing Airbus aircraft to Biman Bangladesh Airlines’ fleet, underscoring Europe’s commitment to strengthening Bangladesh’s aviation sector. Speaking at an event titled “European Dialogue on Bangladesh Aviation Growth”, held today at the Continue Reading
Bangladesh Navy Fleet Commander Attends PIMEC-25
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRear Admiral Mustaque Ahmed, Fleet Commander of the Bangladesh Navy (COMBAN), visited the Pakistan Navy pavilion during the Pakistan International Maritime Expo & Conference 2025 (PIMEC-25), held at the Karachi Expo Centre from 3-6 November 2025. During the visit, Rear Admiral Ahmed held discussions with Rear Admiral Ahmed Hussain, Director Continue Reading
Type 96 122 mm Towed Howitzer
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Type 96 (also marketed as PL‑96) is a Chinese 122 mm towed howitzer developed from the Soviet‑era D‑30 lineage and optimised for modern PLA requirements. It retains the D‑30’s rugged, three‑leg mounting concept while incorporating local manufacturing refinements: a longer barrel, improved recoil arrangements and simplified maintenance features. The Continue Reading
Type 83 122 mm Towed Gun Howitzer
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Type 83 is a Chinese 122 mm towed gun‑howitzer developed from the Soviet‑derived 122 mm family. It was designed to offer a balance between mobility, rate of fire and range, improving on older 122 mm designs with a modernised carriage, improved recoil arrangement and enhanced crew protection. The Type Continue Reading