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
Bangladesh Armed Forces: Modernisation Path to 2040
Reading Time: 3 minutesA structured vision to enhance Bangladesh’s military capabilities by 2040 — across firepower, force projection, domestic defence industry, and strategic alliances. 🔥 1. Enhancement of Firepower A. Ground Forces B. Naval Forces C. Air Power 🌠2. Power Projection Capability ðŸ 3. Indigenous Defence Industry A. Domestic Production and ToT Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army TOE Structure by 2040
Reading Time: 3 minutesBangladesh Army expansion timeline from 1971 to 2030 Era Approx. Strength Divisions Key Units/Changes Capabilities & Modernization 1971 (Liberation War) ~30,000 (Mukti Bahini + EBR defectors) 0 11 Sectors, Z Forces (Z, K, S), Sector Commanders Light infantry, guerrilla warfare, small arms 1980s ~70,000–80,000 2 9th Infantry Div (Savar), 24th Continue Reading