Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran, H. E. Mr. Reza Amiri Moghadam, called on Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Pakistan Air Force (PAF), Air Chief Marshal (ACM), Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu in his office on September 18, 2024. The meeting remained focused on areas of mutual interest and regional developments with special emphasis on enhancing collaboration between the two air forces in the training domain.
During the meeting, the CAS elaborated PAF’s strategic vision, emphasizing its transformation into a Next Generation Air Force (NGAD). He highlighted that the endeavor was driven by a multifaceted approach, encompassing smart acquisitions from allied countries, infrastructure upgrades and a revamped training framework. The CAS reiterated PAF's unwavering commitment to fostering bilateral cooperation, specifically through the provision of tactical level training to Iranian aircrew by experienced PAF personnel.
The Iranian Ambassador praised PAF for its strides in indigenization and lauded the professionalism of PAF personnel. He expressed his admiration for PAF's progress and pledged to play his role in further strengthening the bilateral military relationship, particularly in the areas of training and aerospace cooperation. The Iranian dignitary also commended PAF's Next Generation Training Programme and expressed deep interest in expanding cooperation regarding cross-training on the Super Mushshak aircraft. Highlighting the potential for future collaboration in tactical-level training of air and ground crew, the Iranian Ambassador expressed his interest in exploring avenues of joint operational exercises between Air Forces of both the countries with keen interest in participating in the upcoming International Exercise Indus Shield-2024. The dignitaries also underscored the importance of exchanging high-level delegations and technical expertise as a means to solidify bilateral cooperation and bolster the bond of brotherhood that exists between Pakistan and Iran.
This meeting between the CAS and the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran is a testament to the deep-rooted friendship and unwavering commitment between the two nations to work towards a peaceful and stable region.
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