Bangladesh Armed Forces Pursue Ambitious $2.2 Billion Modernisation Programme for FY2026–27
Reading Time: 4 minutesBangladesh is preparing to undertake one of the most extensive military modernisation efforts in its history, as the Ministry of Defence has proposed a special allocation of approximately Tk 27,000 crore (around US$2.2 billion) for the 2026–27 fiscal year to procure advanced military hardware, strengthen domestic defence manufacturing, and expand Continue Reading
Bangladesh Looks to South Korea to Expand Helicopter Fleet
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) is reportedly evaluating a proposal to acquire two modern helicopter types from Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), in a move that would significantly enhance its rotary-wing combat and support capabilities. The proposal includes the LAH-1 Mirion light armed helicopter and the KUH-1 Surion multi-role utility helicopter, Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force Signs G2G Agreement With CETC International to Establish UAV Manufacturing Facility
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn a significant milestone for Bangladesh’s defence and aerospace sector, the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) today signed a comprehensive Government-to-Government (G2G) agreement with China Electronics Technology Group Corporation International (CETC International) to establish a Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) manufacturing and assembly plant in Bangladesh, coupled with a far-reaching Technology Transfer Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force and the Move Towards Strategic-Level UAVs
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Bangladesh Air Force’s announcement that it will develop and manufacture strategic-level unmanned aerial vehicles at Bogura airbase marks a significant moment in the evolution of the country’s air power. Speaking at a ceremony at the Flight Safety Institute, Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan outlined an ambition that goes Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force to Build MALE UAVs in Bogura, Upgrade Airbase for Fighter Operations
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) has announced plans to establish an advanced airbase and a drone manufacturing facility in Bogura, a move expected to significantly strengthen the country’s defence posture while reducing reliance on foreign suppliers for critical unmanned systems. The announcement was made by the Chief of Bangladesh Air Continue Reading