Bangladesh officially confirmed a deal to acquire Chinese J-10CE fighter jets. The nation cited the aircraft's reported combat performance during a recent conflict. This procurement includes attack and transport helicopters and UAV systems. The jets are priced lower than European or American alternatives. Bangladesh is China's second-largest arms buyer after Pakistan.

Dhaka looking to acquire J-10CE fighter jets, attack and transport helicopters, and drones from its chief supplier of military hardware

Dhaka’s decision to buy the fighters shows that views on Chinese weapons are shifting and the market is opening, military expert says.