Bangladesh to Buy Rafale Killer J-10C Jets From China

Bangladesh has moved closer to acquiring Chinese J-10CE fighter jets after studying the plane's performance in the May 2025 encounter that saw Pakistan Air Force badly humiliate India.

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• Interest in the aircraft rose after the May 2025 war, during which Pakistan embarrassed India's Rafale jets with Chinese-origin fighter aircraft and weapons.
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• Bangladeshi authorities have previously pointed to the performance of Chinese military equipment during the May 2025 episode as an notable consideration in evaluating potential acquisitions.
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• The J-10CE is the export version of China's J-10C multirole fighter.

According to Bloomberg, Bangladesh has completed a draft agreement for the acquisition of the Chinese-made multirole fighter aircraft, Bangladesh's Adviser to the Prime Minister for Policy, Strategy and Information Zahed Ur Rahman remarked during a media briefing in Dhaka on Tuesday.

In practice, the planned purchase would mark a significant step in Bangladesh's efforts to strengthen and modernize its air force. Pakistan Now More Honest Regarding Its Budget Than India and China. Why Bangladesh Wants the J-10CE.

Notably, the J-10CE is the export version of China's J-10C multirole fighter. It is designed for both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions and features modern radar, electronic warfare systems and the ability to carry advanced air-to-air missiles.

Bangladesh has maintained close defense ties with China for decades, with China supplying a significant portion of Bangladesh's military equipment, including aircraft, naval vessels and other defense systems. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.

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For now, bangladesh to Buy Rafale Killer J remains the part of the story worth watching, and further updates are likely as more details are confirmed.