Bangladesh under Muhammad Yunus is turning against India, posing threats to its neighbouring country in new ways. In a recent move that could create problems for New Delhi, Dhaka has decided to purchase 20 Chinese-made J-10CE fighter jets at an estimated cost of USD 2.2 billion. Training, maintenance, and other related expenses will also be covered under the deal. However, the moot questions are: why is the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government buying more sophisticated weapons and why is it doing so from China? Is it preparing to fight against India?

Bangladesh to buy JC-10 fighter jets from China

If media reports are to be believed, Bangladesh would receive the fighter jets during 2026 and 2027 to "modernise the Bangladesh Air Force and strengthen national air defence". Dhaka will acqu

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