Defence industry of Bangladesh

The defence industry of Bangladesh is a strategically important sector and a large employer in Bangladesh.The Government of Bangladesh is actively seeking to upgrade its military and security capabilities and has allocated increasing amounts to its defense and security-related budget.

[1] The Directorate General of Defense Procurement (DGDP) manages procurements for the Ministry of Defense and the various armed forces, including the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

Tenders for security and defense equipment and services are frequently open only to international bidders.

Low pricing remains an issue for U.S. bidders, especially for items that can be procured regionally.

The plan includes the modernization and expansion of all equipment and infrastructures and providing enhanced training.