Bangladesh–United States 9th Land Forces Talks (LFT) 2026 Conclude Successfully in Dhaka
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Bangladesh–United States 9th Land Forces Talks (LFT) 2026 concluded successfully on 27 January at the conference room of the Army Sports Control Board, Dhaka Cantonment, following a two-day meeting held from 26–27 January 2026. The talks were conducted as a follow-up to the 9th Land Forces Talks previously held Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army Moves to Standardise 14.5mm Anti-Materiel Rifles
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Bangladesh Army has initiated a formal evaluation process aimed at standardising 14.5mm anti-materiel rifles (AMRs), marking a notable step in the enhancement of its long-range precision firepower against hardened and high-value targets. The development follows the issuance of a Request for Information (RFI) and evaluation notice by the Directorate Continue Reading
RDS40-MGL Semi-Automatic Grenade Launcher
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe RDS40-MGL is a six-shot, revolver-type 40 mm multiple grenade launcher developed by Repkon Defence of Türkiye. The system is designed to provide enhanced infantry fire support through rapid and sustained grenade delivery, offering a significant increase in firepower over single-shot grenade launchers. Manufacturer The RDS40-MGL is manufactured by Repkon Continue Reading
Bangladesh Armed Forces Procure New Infantry Anti-Armour and VSHORAD Capabilities
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Bangladesh Armed Forces have initiated a series of procurements aimed at enhancing close-range combat effectiveness and low-altitude air defence across both land and maritime domains. The acquisitions, involving modern disposable anti-armour systems, legacy rocket launcher munitions and man-portable air defence systems (MANPADS), reflect Dhaka’s continued focus on incremental and Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army Explores Next-Generation 8×8 APCs
Reading Time: 4 minutesWhat the Requirements Reveal About the Type of Vehicle Being Sought The Bangladesh Army’s recent Expression of Interest (EOI) for new Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) represents the earliest formal step in a potential fleet modernisation effort. At this stage, the document should not be read as an indicator of imminent Continue Reading