Bangladesh plans $2.2b purchase of 20 Chinese J-10 fighter jets

[LeonBlack08]

Nah, bro they were also displaying rafale, F35 and MEADS AD. I visited there last year.

Then I take my words back.

I forgot momentarily it was "BAF the incompetent".

 

[lightning f57]

10 eurofighter, 20 j10c and 16 jf17

Im also wondering how the mix of EFT and J10c will work. Both are multi role but could help fulfill a specific duty.

 

[NGAD IS THE BEST]

@Destranator

64 fighter jets are not nearly enough to counter the threats Bangladesh faces -

Who do you face a threat from?

Regards

Don't be so ignorant, You're the biggest threat for Bangladesh, In fact you're the biggest mess/Threat to all Subcontinent countries with a exception of Bhutan

 

[ImranKaDeewana786]

Im also wondering how the mix of EFT and J10c will work. Both are multi role but could help fulfill a specific duty.

sir maybe bangladesh can integrate meteore missile onto j-10 and pl15 onto euro fighter ty phoon and this way it can use both together...just a thought..

regards,

 

[NGAD IS THE BEST]

sir maybe bangladesh can integrate meteore missile onto j-10 and pl15 onto euro fighter ty phoon and this way it can use both together...just a thought..

regards,

not possible at all, you need a source codes and interference changes for both jets to do that and China wont allow EU to have source code of J-10C sand same goes to Typhoon

 

[ImranKaDeewana786]

not possible at all, you need a source codes and interference changes for both jets to do that and China wont allow EU to have source code of J-10C sand same goes to Typhoon

sir may be someone can hack the code.

i think there might be course available.

regards,

 

[NGAD IS THE BEST]

sir may be someone can hack the code.

i think there might be course available.

regards,

Not a chance and where from do you hack the code? the source code isn't on the net, if there are a source code on net they are very very difficult to hack because they have multiple security systems on them

 

[ST1976]

Surprised Bangladesh has opened it chequebook if this news is true! Lets see, lots of fake news surrounding Bangladesh and military procurements.

Since J10 humiliated Rafale on indo-pak border, the J10 find more customers now

 

[Destranator]

Few Indonesian journalist with defence specialist. They often makes mistake on defence news since they dont have good knowledge on this sector

Sounds like they share DNA with Bangladeshi journalists.
"YAK-130 helicopters" is the kind of things you see them write:

New aircraft, choppers for BAF soon

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina looks at a training aircraft, K-8W, at Bangabandhu Kurmitola Air Base of Bangladesh Air Force in Dhaka Cantonment at its inauguration ceremony yesterday.

www.thedailystar.net

 

[Destranator]

Nah, bro they were also displaying rafale, F35 and MEADS AD. I visited there last year.

Things like thiss happen every single time.
It is usually NCO or civilian "computer operators" working for military units who prepare military posters and, in the Bangladeshi context, can be forgiven for being ignorant but what does it say about their supervising commissioned officers?
They are either too lazy to check what material is being put out for display or, even worse, too stupid to realise how such false advertising affects their credibility.

 

[wanglaokan]

Things like thiss happen every single time.
It is usually NCO or civilian "computer operators" working for military units who prepare military posters and, in the Bangladeshi context, can be forgiven for being ignorant but what does it say about their supervising commissioned officers?
They are either too lazy to check what material is being put out for display or, even worse, too stupid to realise how such false advertising affects their credibility.

maybe it's strategic deception

 

[Destranator]

maybe it's strategic deception

Yes, too fool themselves into believing they have things in order.

 

[Destranator]

I won't hold my breath since he is not from the relevant department. Plus it was marked as "admin post" - he can always fall back on claiming his social media account Admin messed it up.

I think you are right. Besides, him stating publicly that Shakib Al Hasan won't be allowed to represent the national team anymore makes me question his judgement and impulse control - he is not unaware that ICC can sanction BCB for overt government interference in cricket administration.
Upon re-visiting the post, I can see it cite Kaler Kontho as source. It is possible that his admin team was allowed to post this without verifying the news with the government.

From Reddit...lol:

 

[Deino]

Bangladesh Finalizes Talks to Buy 20 Chinese J-10CE Fighter Jets Worth $2.2 Billion​

Dhaka’s plan to acquire 20 J-10CE fighters from China marks a major leap in its air defense modernization — and a move that could shift regional power dynamics.

October 11, 2025

According to multiple diplomatic and media reports, Bangladesh is preparing to purchase 20 J-10CE multi-role fighter jets from China in a deal estimated at $2.2 billion.

The move signals a major leap in the nation’s air defense modernization — and a bold geopolitical shift that could reshape South Asia’s military balance.

Talks Between Bangladesh and China Gain Pace​

The negotiations reportedly accelerated during the visit of Interim Government Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus to China in March, where he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Sources within Yunus’s delegation confirmed that Bangladesh’s interest in the J-10CE was officially presented during those discussions.

Beyond the fighter jet deal, the meeting also touched on key infrastructure projects such as the Teesta River development and port connectivity initiatives. However, diplomatic insiders note that initial talks on the J-10C acquisition had begun even before the visit, with Beijing responding positively to Dhaka’s proposal.

Why the J-10CE? The “Vigorous Dragon” Advantage​

The Chengdu J-10CE, also known as the “Vigorous Dragon,” is China’s most advanced export-grade 4.5-generation multi-role fighter. Designed to rival platforms like the F-16V and Gripen E, and even challenge aspects of the F-35, it offers Bangladesh an affordable yet powerful air combat solution.

Key Highlights of the J-10CE:

• KLJ-7A AESA Radar: Provides high situational awareness and advanced electronic warfare resistance.
• PL-15 Long-Range Missiles: Capable of engaging targets beyond 200 km, comparable to the U.S. AIM-120D AMRAAM.
• Multi-Role Flexibility: Performs air superiority, precision strike, and reconnaissance missions — and can coordinate with UAVs.
• Cost-Effective: Priced between $60–90 million per unit, including training, spare parts, and weapons — a strong value compared to Western alternatives.

Strategic and Geopolitical Implications​

If finalized, the deal will mark Bangladesh’s biggest-ever fighter jet acquisition, dramatically upgrading its air force capabilities. Defense analysts say the addition of the J-10CE would place the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) among the most modernized in South Asia.

However, this development is not without challenges. Western observers caution that closer military ties with Beijing could complicate Dhaka’s relations with the U.S. and European partners, who are wary of expanding Chinese influence in the Indo-Pacific.

While Western nations maintain strong trade relations with Bangladesh, a deepening defense partnership with China could invite diplomatic scrutiny. Experts advise Dhaka to balance its strategic ambitions with the geopolitical sensitivities of the region.

Regional Context and Global Demand​

Bangladesh’s potential J-10CE purchase follows reports that Iran is also eyeing the same aircraft for its air force — possibly for future operations in the Middle East. The growing global demand for the “Vigorous Dragon” underlines its appeal as a cost-effective, high-performance alternative to Western jets, especially for nations seeking independent defense supply chains.

For Bangladesh, the acquisition represents more than a military upgrade — it’s a statement of strategic autonomy. By investing in advanced Chinese fighters, Dhaka signals its intent to modernize on its own terms, even as it navigates the complex web of global power politics.

In summary:
If this deal goes through, Bangladesh’s air force could soon field one of the most capable fighter fleets in South Asia — powered by China’s cutting-edge technology and reshaping the region’s aerial balance for years to come.

Bangladesh Finalizes Talks to Buy 20 Chinese J-10CE Fighter Jets Worth $2.2 Billion

Dhaka’s plan to acquire 20 J-10CE fighters from China marks a major leap in its air defense modernization — and a move that could shift regional power dynamics.

jetlinemarvel.net

Just Look at all the BS claims regarding J-10s being already delivered to Egypt … so far ALL of these claims - often brought forward vehemently against any rational request to wait - came out as nothing but faked propaganda.

So here too, I believe it only when I See them …

 

[Michael Corleone]

Im also wondering how the mix of EFT and J10c will work. Both are multi role but could help fulfill a specific duty.

Thats a valid question. The reasoning is the eurofighter gives capability to conduct airstrikes in the naval domain due to range but im still skeptical of this