Bangladesh to Reform DGFI, Strengthen Focus on External Threats
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Government of Bangladesh has confirmed plans to reform the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI), placing greater emphasis on external threats and transborder security issues, particularly along the borders with India and Myanmar. According to senior government officials, the restructuring will not involve dismantling the DGFI. Instead, it aims Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army to Receive VT-4A1 Main Battle Tanks from NORINCO; Second VT-5 Regiment Underway
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Bangladesh Army is poised to receive the upgraded VT-4A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT) from China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO), marking another leap forward in its modernisation drive under Forces Goal 2030. Pre-shipment inspections are presently being carried out by Bangladeshi technical teams in China, signalling that deliveries are imminent. Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army Takes 15 Officers into Custody Following Arrest Warrants Over Alleged Crimes Against Humanity
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Bangladesh Army has confirmed that 15 of its officers have been taken into custody after arrest warrants were issued against 30 individuals accused of involvement in enforced disappearances and crimes against humanity. The announcement was made during a media briefing held at the Officers’ Mess in Dhaka Cantonment on Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force Seeks to Replace Ageing An-32 Fleet with Western Alternatives
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) is reportedly seeking to phase out its ageing fleet of Antonov An-32 transport aircraft, signalling a broader strategic shift away from dependence on post-Soviet platforms towards modern Western systems with better reliability, interoperability, and long-term support. Ageing Fleet Facing Sustainment Challenges The BAF’s An-32B fleet, Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force ORBAT
Reading Time: 2 minutesHeadquarters & Command BAF Base Paharkanchanpur Coordinates: 24°15’19″N, 090°09’14″EElevation: 75 ftType: HeliportPermanent Units: NoneRemarks: No permanently based aircraft. Bogra (VGBG) Coordinates: 24°51’60″N, 089°18’59″EElevation: 68 ftRunway: 12/30 Unit(s): Chittagong / M.A. Hannan Intl (VGEG) — BAF Base Zahurul Haque Coordinates: 22°14’59″N, 091°48’48″EElevation: 12 ftRunway: 05/23 Squadrons: Squadron Aircraft Squadron Name Notes Continue Reading