Rawalpindi (TDI): A delegation headed by General Ziya Cemal Kadioglu, Commander of Turkish Air Force, called on Pakistan’s Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu.
After a warm welcome at the headquarters of Pakistan Air Force (PAF), including a Guard of Honor, the two sides discussed the evolving regional security environment, progress in ongoing defense collaboration, and prospects of joint engagement in new domains of modern warfare.
Air Chief Sidhu highlighted the deep-rooted brotherly ties between Pakistan and Turkiye, based on shared religious beliefs, aspirations and strategic alignment that continue to bring both the nations closer.
He underscored that the arrival of the first batch of Turkish cadets at PAF Academy Asghar Khan for training marks a significant milestone in the enduring fraternal ties between the two Air Forces.
Both commanders reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation across multiple spheres, with particular emphasis on joint training, mutual exercises and multi domain operations.
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General Kadioglu commended PAF’s operational performance during the recent conflict with India, lauding its state of operational readiness and resolute defense of national sovereignty.
He expressed keen interest in gaining comprehensive insight into the methodology of multi-domain warfare, drawing on the Pakistan Air Force’s tested operational strategies and success in the conflict.
He also expressed earnest desire in studying the operational lessons derived from the military standoff between Pakistan and India, with the aim to further strengthening its own doctrine and enhancing overall preparedness.
The Turkish Commander showed profound appreciation for the National Aerospace Science & Technology Park and lauded the indigenous capabilities developed by PAF in the realm of aerospace innovation, technological advancement and operational self-reliance.
Both sides reiterated their resolve to learn from each other’s experiences and move forward as a cohesive team, building on shared knowledge and operational expertise.
Sohail Majeed
Sohail Majeed is a Special Correspondent at The Diplomatic Insight. He has twelve plus years of experience in journalism & reporting. He covers International Affairs, Diplomacy, UN, Sports, Climate Change, Economy, Technology, and Health.
