Bangladesh to Deploy Troops to Qatar as Army Chief Visits Doha
Reading Time: 2 minutesBangladesh is set to deploy 725 troops to Qatar in a move that underscores growing defence ties between the two nations. The deployment comes as part of a formal bilateral arrangement aimed at supporting Qatar’s internal security and expanding strategic cooperation. Chief of Army Staff General Waqar-Uz-Zaman, SBP, OSP, SGP, Continue Reading
Japan’s Military Export Proposal to Bangladesh: Strategic Assessment and Opportunities
Reading Time: 3 minutesExecutive Summary Japan has proposed selling military equipment to Bangladesh, marking a significant development in bilateral defence relations. This initiative aligns with Japan’s broader strategy to expand its defence exports, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. For Bangladesh, acquiring Japanese military hardware could enhance its defence capabilities and diversify its procurement Continue Reading
Bangladesh’s Humanitarian Corridor Initiative for Rohingya Refugees in Rakhine State
Reading Time: 8 minutesExecutive Summary In 2025, Bangladesh is set to take a leading role in establishing a humanitarian corridor for the safe repatriation of Rohingya refugees from Bangladesh back to Rakhine State in Myanmar. This decision, stemming from Bangladesh’s commitment to addressing one of the world’s largest refugee crises, involves military support Continue Reading
Can India Defeat Bangladesh and Pakistan Simultaneously?
Reading Time: 3 minutesBDMilitary.com InterviewDate: April 2025Topic: Can India Defeat Bangladesh and Pakistan Simultaneously?Interviewee: Senior Bangladesh Army Officer – Major General (Identity withheld on request) BDMilitary.com:There is a widespread belief among Indian media, politicians, and even many retired generals that India can simultaneously defeat both Bangladesh and Pakistan if a war ever breaks Continue Reading
Can the Myanmar Army Fight a War Against Bangladesh in 2025?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteShort answer:→ No, the Tatmadaw (Myanmar Army) cannot realistically fight a war against Bangladesh at present. Here’s why: Category Current Tatmadaw Capability Implication in Case of War Against Bangladesh Manpower Severely overstretched fighting ethnic rebel groups across the country Cannot free enough troops for a new front against Bangladesh Equipment Continue Reading