Dhaka Irked by German Ambassador’s Trade Threat Over Aircraft Purchase
Reading Time: 2 minutesForeign Affairs Advisor Touhid Hossain has firmly rejected remarks by German Ambassador Rüdiger Lotz, stressing that Bangladesh’s sovereign commercial decisions—particularly regarding aircraft procurement—will not be shaped by foreign pressure and will not jeopardise Dhaka’s trade relations with Europe. His response came after the ambassador suggested that Bangladesh’s decision to reassess Continue Reading
Bangladesh Army Para Commando Brigade Fields HK416A5 Rifles
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Bangladesh Army’s Para Commando Brigade has formally inducted the Heckler & Koch HK416A5 rifle into operational service, with the first public confirmation emerging in 2024. Sourced from the United States, the rifle’s arrival marks a major milestone in the modernisation of Bangladesh’s elite special operations forces. Universally regarded as Continue Reading
European Envoys Back Airbus Proposal to Modernise Biman Fleet
Reading Time: 3 minutesAmbassadors and high commissioners from France, Germany, the United Kingdom and the European Union have voiced unified support for introducing Airbus aircraft to Biman Bangladesh Airlines’ fleet, underscoring Europe’s commitment to strengthening Bangladesh’s aviation sector. Speaking at an event titled “European Dialogue on Bangladesh Aviation Growth”, held today at the Continue Reading