Bangladesh Army’s Next-Generation Assault Rifle: An Expert Analysis on Modern Infantry Firepower
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn the sweltering heat of the Sundarbans or the rugged hills of the Chittagong Hill Tracts, a soldier’s rifle must perform flawlessly. It is this very demand that underpins the Bangladesh Army’s urgent search for a next-generation infantry weapon—one that combines reliability, versatility, and local production capability to meet the Continue Reading
Bangladesh Navy Poised to Acquire Former Royal Navy Survey Vessel HMS Enterprise
Reading Time: 2 minutesStrong indications suggest that the Bangladesh Navy may be preparing to acquire the former Royal Navy hydrographic and oceanographic survey vessel HMS Enterprise, marking a significant step in its ongoing naval modernisation and capability expansion. While no official announcement has yet been made, multiple defence sources familiar with the matter Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army Evaluates Pakistani SRBMs
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Bangladesh Army is reportedly seeking to acquire short-range ballistic missiles (SRBMs) with an operational range of approximately 400 kilometres from Pakistan, signalling a notable development in the country’s efforts to bolster its strategic missile capabilities. Background and Objectives This initiative forms part of Bangladesh’s ongoing military modernisation programme, which Continue Reading
Bangladesh Emerges as Strategic Priority for Airbus in Both Civil and Military Aviation
Reading Time: 3 minutesKey Highlights: In a notable development underscoring Bangladesh’s rising profile in global aviation, European aerospace manufacturer Airbus has formally expressed its intent to forge a long-term strategic partnership with Biman Bangladesh Airlines. This move comes as part of a broader interest to support the South Asian country’s national carrier with Continue Reading
Clarification on Bangladesh Defence Budget Outlay in FY2025-26: Q & A
Reading Time: 3 minutesNotes: Q1: Has Bangladesh’s defence budget decreased in FY2025-26?A: Yes, the official defence budget for FY2025-26 has decreased by approximately 3.1%, from BDT 42,014 crore in FY2024-25 to BDT 40,698 crore. Q2: Does this budget cut mean Bangladesh is reducing its defence capabilities?A: Not necessarily. While the official budget shows Continue Reading