China’s exploitation of Bangladesh is leading to opportunities for the PLA Navy to harass and intimidate in the Bay of Bengal. Mongla handled 171 overseas vessels in the 2½ months to September 21, and Chattogram posted ~12% year-over-year throughput growth in Q1 FY26 (July–September).
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