Bangladesh Navy Eyes River-Class Offshore Patrol Vessels from the United Kingdom
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe United Kingdom’s Trade Envoy to Bangladesh, Baroness Rosie Winterton, DBE, paid a courtesy call on Admiral M Nazmul Hassan, Chief of Naval Staff of the Bangladesh Navy, at the Naval Headquarters yesterday. During the meeting, both sides discussed avenues for strengthening bilateral defence cooperation and explored opportunities for enhanced Continue Reading
Bangladesh Navy Poised to Acquire Former Royal Navy Survey Vessel HMS Enterprise
Reading Time: 2 minutesStrong indications suggest that the Bangladesh Navy may be preparing to acquire the former Royal Navy hydrographic and oceanographic survey vessel HMS Enterprise, marking a significant step in its ongoing naval modernisation and capability expansion. While no official announcement has yet been made, multiple defence sources familiar with the matter Continue Reading
Keir Starmer’s Cold Shoulder to Bangladesh’s Reformist Leader Risks Betraying Democratic Hopes
Reading Time: 3 minutesImagine billions of pounds stolen from one of the world’s poorest nations quietly parked in London’s luxury properties, while the people back home struggle for clean water and education. This stark reality frames the recent diplomatic snub by UK Labour leader and Prime Minister Keir Starmer to Bangladesh’s reformist leader Continue Reading
Bangladesh Emerges as Strategic Priority for Airbus in Both Civil and Military Aviation
Reading Time: 3 minutesKey Highlights: In a notable development underscoring Bangladesh’s rising profile in global aviation, European aerospace manufacturer Airbus has formally expressed its intent to forge a long-term strategic partnership with Biman Bangladesh Airlines. This move comes as part of a broader interest to support the South Asian country’s national carrier with Continue Reading