Pakistan and Saudi Arabia Strengthen Defense Ties with Focus on Air Force Collaboration

In a recent meeting between military leaders, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have decided to strengthen their defense ties, focusing on collaboration between their Air Forces. Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu met with Saudi Chief of the General Staff General Fayyadh bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili and Lieutenant General Turki Bin Bandar bin Abdul Aziz, the Commander of the Royal Saudi Air Forces.

They discussed plans for joint military exercises and technological cooperation to enhance their defense capabilities in the meeting. As a symbol of recognition, the Air Chief was honored with the King Abdul Aziz Badge of Honor of the Excellent Class by the Chief of the General Staff of the Saudi Armed Forces.

Simultaneously, the “On Job Training of Royal Saudi Land Forces with Pakistan Army” concluded in Multan. This training is happening from January 15 to February 26, 2024.  The main purpose of this meeting is to strengthen the bond between the two countries. its will also foster joint employment and sharing experiences. This  training will  cover different operations which will include conventional and sub-conventional and conclude with a field maneuver and battle inoculation exercise involving air and ground forces.


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The Commander of Multan Corps, who attended the exercise as the Chief Guest, expressed satisfaction with the mutual understanding and training standards achieved during the program. This collaboration will enhance the defense capabilities of both nations and will also reinforce the longstanding fraternal relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

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Collaborating and exchanging expertise Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are committed to building a robust defense network that guarantees regional security and stability. These joint efforts not only enhance the defense capabilities of each nation individually but also foster a spirit of cooperation and friendship between them.