Bangladesh Prime Minister Tariq Rahman has approved the purchase of 20 Chinese-made J-10CE fighter jets as part of efforts to modernize and strengthen the Bangladesh Air Force. The value of the transaction is estimated at 2.13 billion dollars, including financing interest.
The country's Ministry of Finance has also approved a state guarantee to ensure the payments, with state-owned Chinese company CATIC (China National Aerospace Technology Import & Export Corporation) serving as the supplier.
The procurement package covers not only the aircraft but also weapons, training of pilots and technical personnel, logistical support and long-term maintenance.
The first plane could be delivered as early as 2027. However, as of November 9, the final contract has not yet been signed, meaning the purchase and its financing have been approved, but the deal has not yet been officially closed.