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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Pledge Deeper Defense Cooperation After Air Chiefs’ Meetings in Saudi Arabia

Saudi leaders signaled interest in Pakistan’s multi-domain air capabilities, including space, cyber, electronic warfare, AI.

Overview

  • Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu received a guard of honour from the Royal Saudi Air Force at the start of the visit.
  • He met Lt. Gen. Turki bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz and Gen. Fayiadh bin Hameed Al-Rowaily to review bilateral defence ties and regional security.
  • Both sides agreed to expand joint training, bolster operational collaboration, and increase exchange of professional expertise.
  • The Pakistan Air Force briefed counterparts on its shift to a multi-domain force, prompting discussion of enhanced cooperation in those areas.
  • Officials announced no new contracts or timelines, casting the visit as a recommitment to long-standing cooperation in defence and aviation.