Bangladesh seeks homegrown drone industry with Turkey, China partnerships

Aerospace & Defense IndustriesRecent project announcements signal determination to do more than import armsAn Aksungur unmanned aerial vehicle, designed and produced by Turkish Aerospace Industries, makes a flight in Ankara on Sept. 17, 2020. Turkey's growing presence in the defense market has made it a natural partner on drones for Bangladesh. © Turkish Aerospace Industries/Getty ImagesMASUM BILLAHAugust 13, 2026 10:23 JSTDHAKA -- Bangladesh is pursuing partnerships with Turkey and China as it works to build a domestic defense industry through drone manufacturing, marking a shift from importing military hardware to developing local production.