Bangladesh’s Political Blind Spot: National Security
Reading Time: 19 minutesDespite Bangladesh’s unique geopolitical position and the multifaceted threats posed by regional powers, its political parties have largely remained indifferent to the imperatives of national security and defence policy. While economic development and electoral theatrics dominate public discourse, real and present dangers from India and Myanmar continue to fester unchallenged. Continue Reading
Can the Myanmar Army Fight a War Against Bangladesh in 2025?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteShort answer:→ No, the Tatmadaw (Myanmar Army) cannot realistically fight a war against Bangladesh at present. Here’s why: Category Current Tatmadaw Capability Implication in Case of War Against Bangladesh Manpower Severely overstretched fighting ethnic rebel groups across the country Cannot free enough troops for a new front against Bangladesh Equipment Continue Reading
Bangladesh Ordnance Factories (BOF) Expansion Plan – 2025 to 2035
Reading Time: 2 minutesExecutive Summary This document outlines a phased 10-year expansion plan to transform Bangladesh Ordnance Factories (BOF) into a modern, diversified, and self-reliant military-industrial complex. The goal is to indigenously manufacture a wide spectrum of munitions and weapon systems necessary for the Bangladesh Armed Forces, reducing import dependency and enhancing national Continue Reading
Conversion of Decommissioned Sangu Offshore Platform into a Maritime Military Outpost
Reading Time: 2 minutesExecutive Summary This proposal outlines the strategic rationale and operational feasibility of converting the decommissioned Sangu gas platform in the Bay of Bengal into a permanent offshore maritime military outpost. The platform shall serve as an ISR hub, quick reaction forward operating base (FOB), and node in Bangladesh Navy’s maritime 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