Bangladesh Army deploying composite battalion in Qatar
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Composite Battalion (725 personnel) of the Bangladesh Army deploying to Qatar to assist in the defence of critical infrastructure (e.g., airbases, oil/gas facilities, port security, urban defence). This unit balances infantry strength with layered air defence, anti-armour capabilities, and integrated UAVs for surveillance—tailored for Qatar’s desert urban terrain and Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army – Air Assault Brigade Group
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Bangladesh Army can deploy independent air assault composite brigade groups for expeditionary operations beyond its territory to act as a deterrence against threats from neighbouring countries. These forces can be easily deployed in the Siliguri Corridor, Mizoram, Barak Valley or even Paletwa if required during hostilities. 🔹 Brigade HQ Continue Reading
Submarines add to Bangladesh’s strategic deterrence
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe rationale for the Bangladesh Navy to maintain a large fleet of diesel-electric and midget submarines is rooted in strategic deterrence, asymmetric warfare capabilities, regional maritime balance, and national defence imperatives. Here’s a breakdown: 🔱 Strategic Rationale for a Large Submarine Fleet 1. Asymmetric Deterrence 2. Protection of Maritime Interests Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force 2040: Strategic Blueprint and Force Employment Doctrine
Reading Time: 3 minutes1. Strategic Vision The Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) 2040 modernisation plan envisions transforming the BAF into a regionally potent, technologically advanced, and fully networked force capable of securing national airspace, projecting power over land and sea, and integrating effectively with joint force operations. With a total manpower of 60,000 and Continue Reading
Ideal Defence Policy for Bangladesh by 2040
Reading Time: 3 minutesA robust and forward-looking defence policy for Bangladesh must be grounded in its strategic geography, population density, economic aspirations, and regional security threats. Learning from the doctrinal paths of Israel, Vietnam, South Korea, and Indonesia, Bangladesh can formulate a policy tailored to both national resilience and power projection. ⚖️ Core Continue Reading