Pakistan and Turkiye have agreed to collaborate for joint production of military hardware with special focus on fifth-generation aircraft and unmanned aerial platforms.
This understanding came during a meeting between a delegation led by Commander Turkish Air Force General Atilla Gulan and Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu in Islamabad today.
During the meeting, several key areas of mutual interest along with regional developments were discussed.
On his arrival, a smartly turned out contingent of Pakistan Air Force presented General Atilla Gulan the guard of honour. He also laid floral wreath on the martyrs’ monument. Later, the visiting dignitary was introduced to the Principal Staff Officers.
During the meeting, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu shared broad contours of PAF’s modernization plan of smart acquisitions from allied countries, upgradation of infrastructure and revamping of training.
The Air Chief highlighted that both the countries enjoy long-standing religious and historic relationship which is manifested through unprecedented strategic partnership.
He also reiterated his resolve to further enhance the existing bilateral ties in military-to-military cooperation, strategic alliance and the training domain.
The Air Chief further said, “Pakistan values its strong diplomatic, economic and defence relationship with Türkiye which is based on convergence on all important issues relating to regional peace, security and stability.
He said that PAF pilots are playing an active role in training Turkish aircrew on a variety of aircraft, including trainers and fighters.
General Atilla Gulan commended the professionalism of PAF and acknowledged its rising indigenous capacity in aviation industry.
He also expressed keen interest in the National Aerospace Science and Technology Park which is being spearheaded by Pakistan Air Force, and appreciated the unwavering commitment of the Air Chief in making the project a huge success.
The visiting dignitary highlighted that both the countries enjoy cordial relations and reiterated his resolve to further enhance the existing bilateral ties between the two brotherly countries.
Source: Radio Pakistan