Minsk, 19 May 2023 (TDI): The delegation of Pakistan participated with Minister of Defense Production Muhammad Israr Tareen and the Ambassador of Pakistan to Belarus, Sajjad Haider Khan, in the 11th edition of MILEX 2023, the prestigious international exposition of armaments and military equipment in Belarus.
The launch of MILEX 2023 in Minsk is a significant event for the worldwide military sector. It became a crucial forum that united military industry executives, government officials, and specialists. Countries presented the latest technological advances at the exhibition while exploring potential international alliances and collaboration.
The participation of various nations at the expo underlines the defense industry’s value in driving economic growth and generating job opportunities.
The Pakistani defense industry has made substantial strides in recent years. The country representatives’ presence facilitated Pakistan to converse with other countries on new collaborative ventures, technology transfer, and the exchange of expertise.
Minister Tareen emphasized the value of cooperation in the military industry at MILEX 2023. He stated that Pakistan’s participation illustrated Pakistan’s strategic desire to foster its indigenous defense sector while interacting with global peers to exchange information, expertise, and best practices.
Envoy Sajjad Haider Khan underscored Pakistan and Belarus’ shared commitment to strengthen bilateral relations, notably defense and trade cooperation.Â
According to Diplomat Khan, both Pakistan and Belarus recognize the potential of their defense capabilities to support economic growth and innovation because defense technology is becoming increasingly intertwined with various businesses such as engineering, manufacturing, and research and development.
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He acknowledged the statements of Belarus’ State Secretary Aleksandr Volfovich, who emphasized the defense industry’s position as a high-tech sector that contributes considerably to the country’s economy. He also stressed the significance of mutual collaboration and expressed optimism for the future of the partnership between the two nations.
Under the guidance of Ambassador Khan, the Pakistan Embassy in Belarus has been actively striving to strengthen diplomatic ties between Pakistan and Belarus. The embassy bridges the two countries, facilitating trade, investment, and collaboration.
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During Milex2023, Muhammad Israr Tareen, Pakistan’s Minister of Defense Production, and Aleksandr Volfovich, Minister of the State Authority for Defense Industry in Belarus, had a significant conversation.
The high-level discussion focused on strengthening military cooperation between the two countries and defining the next steps for future collaborations. The meeting gave the Pakistani and Belarusian authorities a forum to explore numerous aspects of defense cooperation, including defense technologies, joint military drills, research and development, and capacity building.
Although they acknowledged much room for improvement, both countries expressed pleasure with the level of collaboration they currently enjoy. The diplomats stressed the value of capacity building and information sharing in the current dynamic security environment.
They investigated methods to strengthen cooperation in defense production, emphasizing joint ventures, technology transfer, and collaborative research and development projects. The countries’ representatives also agreed that structures for frequent high-level interactions and visits are needed to promote mutual understanding and trust between the two nations.Â
The meeting’s fruitful discussions prepared the ground for Pakistan and Belarus to work together on defense projects in the future. Both countries underlined their dedication to strengthening strategic cooperation and identified areas of shared interest that will advance their respective militaries and capabilities. The Pakistan-Belarus defense policy will not only benefit both nations’ military industries, but it will also help to maintain regional stability.
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