Dhaka, London to boost defence and tech ties, HMS Enterprise deal by year-end

Bangladesh and the United Kingdom are moving to strengthen their defence and technology partnership, with discussions focused on Bangladesh’s proposed purchase of the HMS Enterprise, a research and survey vessel, and plans to acquire offshore patrol vessels from the UK. Officials said the HMS Enterprise deal is expected to be completed by the end of this year. The development came during a high-level meeting between UK Trade Envoy Rosie Winterton and Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna on Thursday, where both sides also explored broader collaboration in defence technology, clean energy, digital transformation, and innovation. Professor Yunus outlined the government’s reform measures aimed at enhancing transparency, improving investment conditions, and ensuring regulatory stability. He reaffirmed...