Why Pinaki Bhattacharjee’s Proposal for the CHT Is a National Security Risk
Reading Time: 3 minutesVlogger and commentator Pinaki Bhattacharjee’s latest proposal to grant a form of autonomy to the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) is not just misguided — it is dangerously naïve. His reasoning rests on shallow historical references and flawed analogies that, if taken seriously, would imperil Bangladesh’s sovereignty and national cohesion. The Continue Reading
Strategic Rationale for Raising a New Infantry Division in the Chittagong Hill Tracts
Reading Time: 7 minutesThe Bangladesh Army’s recent proposal to establish over 250 new camps across the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) marks a significant evolution in Dhaka’s approach to securing one of the country’s most sensitive and strategically vital regions. With each camp requiring approximately 32 personnel, this expansion translates to around 8,000 additional Continue Reading
At the Edge of the Naf: How Bangladesh Must Prepare for the Arakan Army Threat
Reading Time: 5 minutesRising kidnappings, cross‑border threats, and criminal networks linked to the Arakan Army have made Bangladesh’s south-eastern frontier a flashpoint. Dhaka must act now — first with intelligence‑led, non‑lethal deterrence, and second with a clear military escalation doctrine should things go south. Containing the Arakan Army without Crossing the Line The Continue Reading
Boran 105 mm Air-Transportable Light Towed Howitzer
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe MKE Boran 105 mm air-transportable light towed howitzer is a modern, lightweight 105 mm/30-calibre gun developed in Türkiye by Makine ve Kimya Endüstrisi Kurumu (MKE). Designed for airborne, commando and light infantry formations, the Boran combines a compact, low-mass carriage with an integrated digital fire-control suite to deliver accurate Continue Reading
Nora B-52K1 155 mm Self-Propelled Gun-Howitzer
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Nora B-52K1 is a modular 155 mm self-propelled gun-howitzer that pairs high-volume, long-range fires with modern automation and networked fire control. Fielded by several export customers and offered in multiple configurations, the Nora is designed for rapid shoot-and-scoot employment and sustained operations in harsh climates and terrain. The Bangladesh Continue Reading