Bangladesh Air Force Modernization: Three Suitors, One Budget | Radar Mode | Pakistan Connect

In this episode of Radar Mode hosted by Qasim Owais, we examine Bangladesh’s rapid air force modernization and its planned $2.3 billion purchase of 20 Chinese J-10CE fighter jets. We look at why Bangladesh is replacing its ageing F-7 fleet, how Pakistan–Bangladesh defence ties have changed, and why the JF-17 is also being discussed. The episode explores China’s growing role, the impact of the May 2025 India-Pakistan conflict, Bangladesh’s defence budget, and what this evolving relationship could mean for India and the wider South Asian region. From old MiG-29s and F-7s to J-10CEs and possible JF-17s, this is the story of Bangladesh’s changing air power and the new strategic equation between Dhaka, Islamabad and Beijing. #PakistanConnect #RadarMode #QasimOwais #Bangladesh #BangladeshAirForce #J10CE #JF17 #Pakistan #China #India #Defence #Military #FighterJets #AirForce #SouthAsia #DefenceNews #MilitaryAnalysis