Türkiye Proposes $600 Million Defence Package for Bangladesh Air Force: Indian media
Reading Time: 2 minutesIndian social media has claimed that Türkiye has proposed a $600 million defence package for the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF), reportedly including aircraft upgrades, precision-guided munitions, and advanced air defence systems. However, the claim was made without citing sources or providing technical details, raising questions about its credibility and intent. Continue Reading
Bangladesh Plans $2.2 Billion Purchase of 20 Chinese J-10CE Fighter Jets by 2027
Reading Time: 4 minutesInter-ministerial committee formed to negotiate government-to-government deal with China; payments to continue till FY2035–36. Bangladesh is preparing to purchase 20 Chinese-made Chengdu J-10CE multirole fighter jets in a deal worth $2.2 billion (around Tk27,060 crore) by 2027, according to local media reports, including a detailed account published by The Business Continue Reading
How Defence Procurement Is Undertaken in Bangladesh: Inside the DGDP System
Reading Time: 7 minutesOverview Defence procurement lies at the heart of any modern military establishment. The efficiency, transparency, and timeliness with which a nation acquires weapons, equipment, and supplies directly influence the operational readiness of its armed forces. In Bangladesh, this process is centrally managed through the Directorate General Defence Purchase (DGDP), a Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force Seeks Advanced Western VVIP Helicopters: A Technical and Strategic Evaluation
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) has initiated a high-profile procurement effort to replace its ageing fleet of Mi-171V5 and Mi-171E VVIP helicopters with three new Western-origin platforms. This tender, released in September 2025, marks a pivotal shift in Bangladesh’s defence aviation posture—one that emphasises safety, advanced avionics, and operational reliability Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force to Replace Russian VIP Fleet with Western Helicopters
Reading Time: 5 minutesDhaka’s new tender signals a strategic shift towards Western-origin air systems for VIP and multi-role transport operations. The Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) has initiated a significant step toward replacing its ageing fleet of Russian-made Mi-171Sh helicopters, issuing an international tender for new medium-lift VIP and utility transport helicopters that meet Continue Reading