China’s Enduring Grip on Bangladesh’s Defence Hardware Supply
Reading Time: 5 minutesBeijing’s firm hold over Bangladesh’s defence procurement landscape has deep roots and appears destined to strengthen further in the decades to come. Nearly half a century after the two countries established diplomatic relations, China remains the undisputed principal supplier of military equipment to Dhaka. This dominance has been achieved through Continue Reading
Bangladesh at a Strategic Crossroads: U.S. Military Engagement as Counterbalance to China
Reading Time: 7 minutesBangladesh, often referred to as one of the new Asian Tigers, is entering a critical phase in its political, economic, and defence trajectory. Its strategic location along the northern Bay of Bengal, bordering India and Myanmar, and its proximity to vital Indo-Pacific maritime routes, have made it a key player Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force Procurement: Strengthening the Future Force Structure
Reading Time: 6 minutesThe Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) stands at a decisive juncture in its modernisation journey, with plans underway to significantly expand and diversify its air combat capabilities. Today, Air Chief Marshal Khan, Chief of Air Staff of the Bangladesh Air Force, is expected to meet with the Chairman of CATIC (China Continue Reading
Dual-Purpose COTS Drones: Transforming Bangladesh’s Military and Border Operations
Reading Time: 4 minutesSince 2020, the Bangladesh Armed Forces and the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have increasingly relied on commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) drones to enhance intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities. These dual-purpose systems provide a flexible and cost-effective solution, bridging the gap between traditional military operations and civilian law enforcement, and Continue Reading
Bangladesh Air Force Chief Meets Chinese Defence Officials to Discuss J-10CE and JF-17 Block III Deals
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Chief of Air Staff of the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF), Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan, is on an official visit to China from October 23 to 25 at the invitation of the chairman of the China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation (CATIC). During the visit, he held Continue Reading