Bangladesh Cancels Politically-Driven Indian Naval Contract
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn a landmark decision underscoring Dhaka’s reassertion of strategic autonomy, the Government of Bangladesh has formally cancelled its naval construction agreement with India’s Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd (GRSE) valued at $21 million for an ocean-going advanced tug boat. The contract—long criticised as politically motivated—was terminated following a comprehensive Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army Chief to Visit China in June to Advance Strategic Defence Acquisitions
Reading Time: 3 minutesGeneral Waker-Uz-Zaman, Chief of Army Staff of the Bangladesh Army, is scheduled to undertake an official visit to the People’s Republic of China in June, as part of Dhaka’s broader efforts to deepen defence ties with its principal strategic partner and supplier of military hardware. The visit is expected to Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force Eyes the C-27J Spartan for Tactical Airlift Modernisation
Reading Time: 3 minutesAir Chief Marshal (ACM) Hasan Mahmood Khan of the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) recently concluded a high-profile visit to the Leonardo aerospace facilities in Turin, Italy. The visit, part of a broader effort to modernise Bangladesh’s ageing tactical airlift capabilities, has drawn significant attention due to its focus on the Continue Reading
Bangladesh Cancels $21-Million Contract with Indian Defence Shipyard GRSE for Advanced Ocean-Going Tug
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn a noteworthy development within South Asia’s defence procurement landscape, the Government of Bangladesh has officially cancelled a $21-million contract awarded to Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd (GRSE), an Indian state-owned shipyard, for the construction of an advanced ocean-going tug intended for the Bangladesh Navy. The cancellation marks a Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army Rifle Modernisation: Evaluation of CZ BREN 2 BR
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Bangladesh Army has embarked on a significant small arms modernisation programme aimed at replacing older legacy systems and diversifying its arsenal through the integration of next-generation modular weapons. A key part of this programme is the evaluation of the CZ BREN 2 BR, chambered in 7.62×51mm NATO, intended to Continue Reading