India Persuades Bangladesh to Buy Russian Submarines over Chinese Ones!

[Chanakya's_Chant]

Bangladesh turns to Russia for submarines​

KOLKATA: When it became known to India that Bangladesh is on the hunt for two submarines for its navy, there was some consternation. More so when it came to be known that Bangladesh is negotiating with China for the Ming-class submarines. Something that India can do without at the moment is a spurt in military ties between China and Bangladesh. The level of anxiety has come down somewhat in recent times after information was received that Bangladesh is planning to procure the submarines from Russia.

"From reliable sources, we have come to know that Bangladesh is making efforts to move away from the China-centric approach where it comes to defence procurement. Nearly half of Bangladesh's military hardware is sourced from either China or Pakistan. This provided an excuse for Chinese and Pakistani military presence along India's east coast. Russia is different. India enjoys good relations with Russia and also uses military hardware built there. Better ties between Russia and Bangladesh are encouraging. We don't believe that Russia will not do anything to harm India's interests," a highly placed source in Delhi said.

For years now, India has been attempting to keep the 'dragon's presence' away from Bangladesh and other neighbouring countries. In certain cases, India has even offered products and services at rates that would be convenient for these countries. By the end of this year, India hopes to deliver the 'Barracuda', a Naval Offshore Patrol Vessel for the Mauritian Navy. The 'Barracuda', being fitted-out at Kolkata's Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) will be India's first such export.

"This is more of a diplomatic move rather than a financial deal. One can also call this a confidence building measure. Once Mauritius is satisfied with the NOPV, India may get more orders from this region. This is good diplomacy," the source added.

According to sources in Dhaka, Bangladesh proposes to purchase two diesel-electric submarines from Russia. Plans are also afoot to procure aircraft for the navy. Bangladesh already uses Russian hardware in the form of Mig-29 fighters and military helicopters. In 2013, Russia allegedly offered a $1.5 billion loan to Bangladesh that would be used to purchase military hardware. The Bangladesh government wants the submarines to join its navy by 2019.

India offers to upgrade BAF's fleet of Mi-17 helicopters MiG-29 Fighter Jets ​

Bangaldesh air force's fleet of eight MiG-29s is due for upgradation. So is its fleet of Russian made Mi-17 helicopters. HAL has maintenance facilities in India for both aircraft as they are used by the IAF as well. India has offered to upgrade and maintain the Mig-29s and helicopters at HAL facilities to bolster ties with Bangladesh.

Source:- Bangladesh turns to Russia for submarines - The Times of India

 

[BDforever]

Bangladesh turns to Russia for submarines​

KOLKATA: When it became known to India that Bangladesh is on the hunt for two submarines for its navy, there was some consternation. More so when it came to be known that Bangladesh is negotiating with China for the Ming-class submarines. Something that India can do without at the moment is a spurt in military ties between China and Bangladesh. The level of anxiety has come down somewhat in recent times after information was received that Bangladesh is planning to procure the submarines from Russia.

"From reliable sources, we have come to know that Bangladesh is making efforts to move away from the China-centric approach where it comes to defence procurement. Nearly half of Bangladesh's military hardware is sourced from either China or Pakistan. This provided an excuse for Chinese and Pakistani military presence along India's east coast. Russia is different. India enjoys good relations with Russia and also uses military hardware built there. Better ties between Russia and Bangladesh are encouraging. We don't believe that Russia will not do anything to harm India's interests," a highly placed source in Delhi said.

For years now, India has been attempting to keep the 'dragon's presence' away from Bangladesh and other neighbouring countries. In certain cases, India has even offered products and services at rates that would be convenient for these countries. By the end of this year, India hopes to deliver the 'Barracuda', a Naval Offshore Patrol Vessel for the Mauritian Navy. The 'Barracuda', being fitted-out at Kolkata's Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) will be India's first such export.

"This is more of a diplomatic move rather than a financial deal. One can also call this a confidence building measure. Once Mauritius is satisfied with the NOPV, India may get more orders from this region. This is good diplomacy," the source added.

According to sources in Dhaka, Bangladesh proposes to purchase two diesel-electric submarines from Russia. Plans are also afoot to procure aircraft for the navy. Bangladesh already uses Russian hardware in the form of Mig-29 fighters and military helicopters. In 2013, Russia allegedly offered a $1.5 billion loan to Bangladesh that would be used to purchase military hardware. The Bangladesh government wants the submarines to join its navy by 2019.

India offers to upgrade BAF's fleet of Mi-17 helicopters MiG-29 Fighter Jets ​

Bangaldesh air force's fleet of eight MiG-29s is due for upgradation. So is its fleet of Russian made Mi-17 helicopters. HAL has maintenance facilities in India for both aircraft as they are used by the IAF as well. India has offered to upgrade and maintain the Mig-29s and helicopters at HAL facilities to bolster ties with Bangladesh.

Source:- Bangladesh turns to Russia for submarines - The Times of India

1. miss leading title.
2. for your info 2 subs are coming from china and 2 subs are coming from Russia= 4 subs

so screw yourself

 

[Rajaraja Chola]

India should have let BD buy Chinese subs. We would have known later what these subs are capable of by collecting data or controlling the subs ourselves

 

[BDforever]

India should have let BD buy Chinese subs. We would have known later what these subs are capable of by collecting data or controlling the subs ourselves

read my above post hehehe

 

[The Great One]

1. miss leading title.
2. for your info 2 subs are coming from china and 2 subs are coming from Russia= 4 subs

so screw yourself

4 subs?
But where is the $$$$$$$$$$?
More importantly where is the link ?

 

[BDforever]

4 subs?
But where is the $$$$$$$$$$?
More importantly where is the link ?

there is always $$$$
link ? you have internet, go figure

 

[Arya Desa]

How does this even benefit us, commission?

 

[帅的一匹]

no way Indians, We have better one to offer if BD loves it.

 

[帅的一匹]

How does this even benefit us, commission?

As a non salary salesman for Russian subs means you will get more discount in the next procurement from Russia

 

[帅的一匹]

IHS Janes | China, Pakistan set for submarine deal by end of year.

 

[surya kiran]

IHS Janes | China, Pakistan set for submarine deal by end of year.

You do realise Pakistan and Bangladesh are 2 different countries?

 

[axisofevil]

there is always $$$$
link ? you have internet, go figure

NO LINK....no proof, full of BS

 

[帅的一匹]

You do realise Pakistan and Bangladesh are 2 different countries?

We will supply weapons to all your neighbour in the future, BD is a very potential customer with good credit.

 

[帅的一匹]

As India can't build a conventional sub on its own, China will be there to offer the best price and product. I'm sure we will undercut Russian in the deal. BD shall have its own subs fleet in the future, China will always there to extend support.

 

[sree45]

As India can't build a conventional sub on its own, China will be there to offer the best price and product. I'm sure we will undercut Russian in the deal. BD shall have its own subs fleet in the future, China will always there to extend support.

But you forgot to mention that BD govt is full of R&AW agents and Sheik Hasina doesn't take any decision without making a phone call to South Block.

P.S: If you don't believe me, ask hardcore Anti-India Bdesis like @idune and @MBI Munshi . they will vouch for the authenticity of my stmt.