The air chiefs of Bangladesh and Pakistan have held talks in Islamabad regarding a potential deal for the sale of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets to Bangladesh, according to a statement from Pakistan’s military. The discussions also focused on strengthening bilateral defense ties, with Pakistan expressing interest in expanding arms supply and cooperation. A spokesperson for the Pakistan Air Force told the BBC that no agreement has yet been reached, though Bangladesh has shown interest in purchasing the aircraft.
The JF-17 Thunder is a 4.5-generation multirole fighter jointly developed by Pakistan and China. It is equipped with advanced radar and long-range missiles and has been exported to countries such as Myanmar, Azerbaijan, and Nigeria. During the visit, Bangladesh’s Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmud Khan led a high-level delegation that met Pakistan’s Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu at the Pakistan Air Force headquarters.
The meeting emphasized training, capability enhancement, and aerospace cooperation. Bangladesh expressed interest in aircraft maintenance, radar system upgrades, and continued training support. Both sides described the visit as a reflection of their historical ties and a step toward deeper strategic partnership.
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