39 h. ago Shehbaz, Erdogan seal closer defence, trade alliance at ECO summit

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a bilateral meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday at the sidelines of the ECO Summit in Khankendi, Azerbaijan. They conducted a comprehensive review of Pakistan–Türkiye relations and discussed shared interests in the region. They reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation in trade, defence, energy, regional connectivity, and investment. […]

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60 h. ago CJCSC, South Africa’s air force chief discuss defence ties, regional security situation

Both military leaders review practical measures to further expand level, scope of engagements SAAF chief lauds professionalism of Pakistan’s armed forces, their sacrifices in fight against terrorism RAWALPINDI: Chief of the South African Air Force (SAAF) Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo on Thursday discussed defence cooperation and regional security with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs […]

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66 h. ago South African air chief meets CJCSC, praises Pakistan army’s role in peace and security

RAWALPINDI – South African Air Force Chief, Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo, met with Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza at the Joint Staff Headquarters in Rawalpindi on Thursday. During the meeting, both leaders discussed a wide range of topics, including military cooperation and mutual interests. They explored new opportunities […]

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68 h. ago South African air chief praises Pakistan armed forces’ professionalism, sacrifices

RAWALPINDI – South Africa’s Chief of the Air Force Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo called on Chairman Joint Chiefs of

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3 d. ago SAAF chief visits Pakistan, discusses strengthening ties with PAF

South African Air Force (SAAF) Chief Lt General Wiseman Simo Mbambo paid an official visit to Pakistan, where he met with Chief of the Air Staff of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu at Air Headquarters in Islamabad, according to the military’s media wing. Upon his arrival, the visiting […]

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3 d. ago Air Chiefs of Pakistan, South Africa discuss defence cooperation

ISLAMABAD – Chief of the South African Air Force (SAAF), Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo, paid an official visit to Pakistan and held key talks with PAF Chief Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu at Air Headquarters. The visit focused on deepening defence cooperation, training collaboration, and technical partnerships between the two air forces. […]

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3 d. ago Pakistan’s Air Chief Marshal Sidhu Concludes Historic US Visit to Boost Military Ties

In a historic move aimed at enhancing Pakistan-US defence cooperation, Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, recently concluded an official visit to the United States. This visit marks the first by a serving PAF chief in over a decade and is seen as a pivotal […]

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3 d. ago PAF Chief’s historic U.S. visit revives strategic defence ties

RAWALPINDI – In a major move to strengthen defence cooperation, Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Chief, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, has completed a historic visit to the United States — the first by a serving PAF Air Chief in over a decade. The visit, termed a strategic milestone, focused on enhancing bilateral military […]

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3 d. ago South African Air Force chief visits Pakistan to enhance defense ties with PAF

ISLAMABAD: South African Air Force (SAAF) Chief, Lt General Wiseman Simo Mbambo, arrived in Pakistan for an official visit and held discussions with Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, at Air Headquarters in Islamabad. Upon his arrival, Lt General Mbambo was greeted with a Guard of Honour by a contingent […]

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8 d. ago Khawaja Asif’s address at SCO causes diplomatic isolation for India

QINGDAO: The Indian Defence Minister’s request to speak after Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Qingdao, China, was rejected, highlighting further diplomatic tensions between the two countries. Khawaja Asif, during his address, presented evidence of India’s involvement in Pakistan’s internal matters, specifically referring to the terrorist […]

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8 d. ago CJCSC Gen Sahir Shamshad visits Australia to boost defence cooperation

RAWALPINDI – Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza is currently on an official visit to Australia to strengthen defence and security cooperation between the two nations, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). During the visit, General Sahir took part in the 14th Annual Defence and […]

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8 d. ago India urges permanent solution to border dispute with China at SCO meet

NEW DELHI – Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called for a “permanent solution” to the long-standing border dispute with China during a meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Dong Jun. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) defence ministers’ summit held in Qingdao on Thursday. Singh emphasized the need […]

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9 d. ago Pakistan shines at SCO: Calls for peace, unity, and global action on terrorism

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ meeting in Qingdao, China, concluded on Thursday without a joint statement due to India’s refusal to agree on the wording. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif reaffirmed his country’s commitment to fighting terrorism and promoting regional peace under the SCO platform. The 10-member Eurasian grouping — which includes […]

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1 week ago Pakistan denies reports of Khawaja Asif meeting Indian counterpart at SCO summit

Amid speculation of a possible breakthrough in Pakistan-India defence dialogue, the Foreign Office has firmly denied that Defence Minister Khawaja Asif will hold a meeting with his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh during the ongoing Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Qingdao, China. Clarifying media reports, the Foreign Office stated that no bilateral engagement […]

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1 week ago No meeting of India, Pakistan defence ministers scheduled on SCO sidelines

Settling dust on media speculation, the Foreign Office has clarified no meeting is scheduled between Defence Minister Khawaja Asif and his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh during Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting. The Foriegn Office said this in a statement confirming that Asif will participate in the SCO meeting in Qingdao, China, which began […]

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1 week ago No meeting scheduled between Kh Asif, Indian counterpart at SCO event: FO

Defense Minister reaches China to attend SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting SCO meeting is set to deliberate on regional and global security, counter-terrorism cooperation, and military ties ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry on Wednesday clarified that no meeting is scheduled between Defense Minister Khawaja Asif and his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh during Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence […]

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1 week ago India’s defence minister to attend China SCO summit amid easing tensions

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will travel to Qingdao, China, this week for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. He is expected to meet with defence ministers from China, Russia, and other regional countries. The summit begins Wednesday and focuses on regional security and cooperation. The defence ministry said Singh will present India’s vision for […]

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2 w. ago President visits Air Headquarters, lauds PAF for decisive response against India

President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Mr Asif Ali Zardari, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force during his visit to Air Headquarters Islamabad. The visit was aimed at boosting the morale of PAF following its resounding success in defending the aerial frontiers of […]

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