Bangladesh Aims High with Eurofighter Typhoon Acquisition

The Bangladesh Air Force has signed a letter of intent with Leonardo S.p.A to acquire Eurofighter Typhoon jets, spearheading their modernization efforts. This aligns with aviation decisions by the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus, pivoting away from previous U.S. and Airbus proposals.

The Bangladesh Air Force has taken a significant step in its modernization efforts by signing a letter of intent with Italy's aerospace giant Leonardo S.p.A to acquire Eurofighter Typhoon multi-role combat aircraft.

This intent follows recent aviation decisions under the interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus and raises questions about previous deals with Boeing and Airbus.

If finalized, this would mark Bangladesh's inaugural purchase of a Western-built fighter jet, reflecting a strategic shift in the nation's defense procurement policies.

(With inputs from agencies.)