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This is a possibly controversial take, but: Myanmar is the great prize when it comes to the Indo-Pacific. Both for China or the West.

Again. It doesn't matter WHAT Bangladesh is. If the US needs something, it will identify weak points and act to secure its interests.

Yeah man. Hopefully carrots. Also, Bangladesh does have an opportunity to take advantage of this situation. i.e. Why not use increased access to US training to absolutely rejuvenate the BAF into a NATO standard force? Same for the other services.

Yeah absolutely. Either by carrot or stick. This is not even a question.

Bangladesh's time for manipulation is coming. In the past, it wasn't worth the time. But if the US really wants something from Bangladesh. You're gonna tell me Bangladesh can resist that? Look at the track record here for the US. Also, the US has many means at its disposal. This is why I...

You are not seeing the big picture. Are you not seeing what is happening in Pakistan? If the US wants something, it will get it. By hook or by crook. Especially in the case of weaker countries like Bangladesh. So I ask you? If the US REALLY wants something from Bangladesh. What really can...

If it came to that, I don't think Bangladesh has any other choice than to go along with the West. At least at this present time. See recent events in the rest of the world. i.e. World response to Russia/Ukraine conflict i.e. Pakistan and IK A damn shameful state of affairs. But one that is...

That's a really arrogant position to take. Regardless, truth is ultimately what we are all striving for. I hope your journey and destination is a pleasant one.

I'm not sure why you are seething with so much hate for Islam. It's really sad to see.

Yea I mean I agree there are ALOT of cons. The level of attention BD has received from the US in the recent past makes me really uneasy. But at the same time, like I said before it's a mafia like relationship with smaller countries like BD. And there ARE some benefits. For the BAF, if played...

I can't see Bangladesh getting D access. I'd be surprised frankly with C-5 even. They may attempt to limit it at Sidewinders and Sparrows. Which Bangladesh absolutely should not accept. Similar to situation with Iraq...

Yea I pretty much agree with this. India was their great hope. But I guess not! This of course opens up some doors for Pakistan in regards to US relations. This stuff is so interesting.

Look at a map and think about why the US may need Bangladesh. Especially considering the Chinese use of Myanmar's coastline as an alternative to the Strait of Malacca.

Yeah man. At this point, BAF buys either F-16V or Gripen E and I'm breaking out the: At least 2 squadrons of either would be significant. Again the key is gonna be getting access to the appropriate munitions to utilize them fully. AMRAAM or Meteor. (I'm thinking AMRAAM is much cheaper)...

Inna lilahe wa inna ilehe rajioon.

A lot of US flags.

Nah that will never happen. I can see an F-16/Rafale or F-16/Typhoon force. I can not see an F-16/Gripen force. Also, the US can just as easily disrupt a Gripen purchase given many components are American.

Yup. But Uncle Sam gets what he wants. Also, the major issue here is gonna be what munitions are coming with it. Need AMRAAM. In any case man, 32 F-16V with AIM-9X and AMRAAM will be more than enough for Myanmar. But the most important thing is access to US training. This is key to getting...

https://www.defseca.com/strategic-affairs/us-bangladesh-prepare-for-comprehensive-defence-cooperation/ Can't copy it here but basically it's saying BAF is gonna buy 2 squadrons F-16V. Plans have been shelved for Typhoon or Rafale. (For now) Kinda makes sense to me actually.

I would argue the US would love a presence in Bangladesh. Considering the prospect of China using the Myanmar coast as an alternative to access Asia/Africa/Europe. Diego Garcia is far far away.