Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has approved the acquisition of 20 Chinese-made J-10CE multirole fighters as part of efforts to modernize and strengthen the Bangladesh Air Force. The deal is valued at approximately $2.13 billion, including financing interest.

The country’s Ministry of Finance has also approved a state guarantee to secure the payments, with Chinese state-owned company CATIC (China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation) acting as the supplier.

The procurement package covers not only the aircraft but also weapons, pilot and technical personnel training, logistical support, and long-term maintenance.

The first aircraft could be delivered as early as 2027. However, as of November 9, the final contract has yet to be signed, meaning the purchase and its financing have been approved, but the deal has not yet been formally concluded.

DATE . 10/Nov/2026