On March 13, 2025, Commander Bahrain National Guard, General Shaikh Mohammed Bin Isa Bin Salman Al Khalifa called on Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Pakistan Air Force (PAF), Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, during his visit to Air Headquarters (AHQ), Islamabad. During the meeting, several key areas of mutual interest focused on enhancing collaboration between the two Air Forces were discussed. 

The CAS shared the broad contours of the PAF's modernization plan, including smart acquisitions from allied countries, infrastructure upgrades, and the revamping of training to address contemporary warfare challenges.
He highlighted that both countries share deep-rooted religious and historical ties, reflected in their unprecedented brotherly relations. He also reiterated his commitment to further strengthening bilateral military-to-military cooperation and collaboration in the training domain.
The CAS further stated, "Pakistan values its strong diplomatic, economic, and defense relationship with Bahrain, which is based on convergence on all important issues relating to regional peace, security, and stability."
The visiting dignitary praised the professionalism of PAF personnel and the exceptional progress made by the PAF over the years, particularly in the field of indigenization.
The Commander of the Bahrain National Guard expressed a keen desire to enhance Air Force-to-Air Force cooperation between the two countries. Emphasizing the importance of collaboration, he showed strong interest in the PAF's multi-domain capabilities to enhance the operational readiness of the Bahrain Air Force through shared knowledge and technology.
He also expressed interest in seeking PAF's assistance in establishing basic to tactical level training setups in emerging warfare domains, specifically focusing on space, cyber, and electronic warfare operations. 
The dignitary also expressed a strong interest in procuring equipment from the National Aerospace Science & Technology Park (NASTP), reflecting Bahrain's goal of enhancing its technological capabilities and modernizing its defense infrastructure. He shared that his visit would be followed by a high-level visit by the Commander of the Bahrain Air Force for formal negotiations in areas of mutual interest.
Both dignitaries vowed to further strengthen cooperation in various fields, including training, emerging technologies, and mutual collaboration in the aviation industry.
Later, the visiting dignitary toured the National ISR & Integrated Air Operations Centre at Air Headquarters, where he was briefed on the operational capabilities of the PAF.
The meeting between the CAS and the Commander of the Bahrain National Guard signifies the resolute commitment of both countries to reinforcing their military partnership, fostering collaboration, and promoting robust bilateral relations.