Bangladesh has announced approval for the procurement of 20 J-10CE fighter jets from China, in a deal worth approximately $2.13 billion…
The financing package covers a base cost of approximately $1.96 billion, along with $170 million in interest payments.
Bangladesh will make an initial payment of $392 million, followed by a two-year grace period, before settling the remaining amount in six annual instalments.
Subject to the completion of procurement procedures, initial deliveries are expected to begin in 2027.
J-10CE is a single-engine, single-seat, multirole combat aircraft developed by China, with supersonic flight capability.
Featuring a delta-wing configuration and canard aerodynamic design, J-10CE offers high manoeuvrability and is designed to operate in all-weather conditions.
Equipped with an AESA radar and advanced avionics, J-10CE can detect, track and engage multiple airborne targets at beyond-visual-range distances, including in environments with intense electromagnetic interference.
Capable of carrying PL-15E long-range and PL-10 short-range air-to-air missiles, as well as guided munitions, J-10CE can also conduct precision strike missions against ground targets…