Bangladesh Air Force Signs Intent for Eurofighter Purchase, Marking Shift to Western Military Equipment
The Bangladesh Air Force has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Italy's Leonardo for the potential purchase of Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft. This agreement marks Bangladesh's first significant move towards acquiring Western military aircraft, as the country has traditionally relied on non-Western sources for its defense needs. The LOI was signed at the Bangladesh Air Force headquarters, with Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan and Italian ambassador to Bangladesh, Antonio Alessandro, in attendance. The Eurofighter Typhoon, a product of a consortium involving Italy, Germany, the U.K., and Spain, is a multi-role fighter jet known for its advanced capabilities. Bangladesh's interest in the Eurofighter follows a visit by its air force officials to Leonardo's facility in Turin, Italy, where they test-flew the aircraft. The potential deal could involve the acquisition of up to 16 jets, positioning Bangladesh as the first country outside Europe and the Middle East to operate the Eurof... 
