Islamabad (TDI): A defense delegation led by Bangladesh’s Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan met the Pakistani Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, at the Headquarters of Pakistan Air Force (PAF).
The meeting focused on strengthening operational cooperation and institutional synergy, with emphasis on training, capacity building, and collaboration in aerospace advancements.
The visiting Air Chief was welcomed with a Guard of Honor, and later on PAF’s Chief briefed him on recent advancements in operational capabilities.
He said that Pakistan is committed to supporting Bangladesh Air Force through a comprehensive training framework from basic to advanced flying and specialized courses across PAF institutions.
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He also assured fast-tracked delivery of Super Mushshak trainer aircraft, along with a complete training and long-term support ecosystem.
The Bangladeshi Air Chief praised PAF’s combat record and expressed interest in benefiting from its operational expertise, seeking assistance in maintenance support for aging fleet and integration of air defense radar systems to enhance air surveillance.
Detailed discussions were also held on potential procurement of JF-17 Thunder aircraft. The delegation visited key PAF facilities, including the National ISR and Integrated Air Operations Centre.
It also visited PAF Cyber Command and the National Aerospace Science and Technology Park, observing capabilities in ISR, cyber space, electronic warfare, and unmanned systems.
Sohail Majeed
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