Chief of Defence Staff of the Republic of Ghana Lieutenant General William Agyapong called on Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, said the Inter-Services Public Relations in a statement on Thursday. According to the military’s media wing, during the meeting, […]
Defence Cooperation
Asim Munir, Lebanese army chief discuss defence cooperation
Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, met Lebanese Army Commander General Rodolphe Haikal at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Tuesday, where the two sides discussed regional security, defence cooperation and ways to strengthen military ties between their countries. Read More: Lebanon army chief visits US-Iran mediator Pakistan According to the […]
Russia and Afghanistan expand military cooperation ties
Russia and Afghanistan have signed a military and technical cooperation agreement in Moscow, marking a notable step toward strengthening defence relations between the two countries. Officials described the move as part of expanding bilateral engagement in security and strategic sectors. The agreement was concluded during the first International Security Forum held in the Moscow region, […]
India eyes BrahMos missiles talks with Vietnam
India may discuss the possible sale of its BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Vietnam during an upcoming state visit by Vietnamese President To Lam, according to sources familiar with the matter. Read More: India allocates Rs 67,000 crore for advanced weapons purchase President To Lam is expected to hold talks in New Delhi this week aimed […]
Pakistan Egypt forces conclude Thunder-II joint counterterrorism exercise
Military forces from Pakistan and Egypt have successfully concluded the two-week joint military exercise Thunder-II held at Cherat. The training programme focused on strengthening coordination and improving joint operational capabilities between the two allied armies. Officials stated that the exercise aimed to enhance cooperation in counterterrorism operations and tactical planning. Consequently, both forces exchanged valuable […]
Pakistan army chief meets Saudi defence minister amid regional tensions
Pakistan Chief of Army Staff, Asim Munir, met Saudi Defence Minister Khalid bin Salman Al Saud in Saudi Arabia on Saturday to discuss the escalating security situation in the Middle East, including recent Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting the kingdom. Read More: COAS holds defence talks with Saudi and Egyptian officials According to Saudi officials, the meeting focused […]
Australia, Indonesia sign security treaty to boost military cooperation
JAKARTA/CANBERRA: Australia and Indonesia signed a landmark security treaty on Friday, establishing closer military cooperation and new defence training initiatives between the two nations. The agreement, signed at Jakarta’s Merdeka Palace, will see Australia supporting the development of military training facilities in Indonesia and embedding a senior Indonesian officer within Australia’s defence force, Prime Minister […]
India and UAE sign $3bn LNG deal, expand trade and defence ties
NEW DELHI: India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed a $3 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) agreement on Monday, as the leaders of both countries pledged to deepen trade and defence cooperation. The deal was concluded during a brief two-hour visit by UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for talks with Indian […]
Trade, defence cooperation in focus as Zardari meets Bahrain’s King
President Asif Ali Zardari, Wednesday, met King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa at Al-Qudaibiya Palace, Manama Bahrain and held comprehensive discussions aimed at further strengthening the close and fraternal relationship between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Bahrain. The talks reflected a shared resolve to deepen cooperation and give practical momentum to bilateral engagement. First Lady, […]
Pakistan, Bangladesh air chiefs discuss JF-17 procurement
Bangladesh Air Force Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan visited Islamabad and met Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported on Tuesday. The air chiefs meeting focused on strengthening defence cooperation and exploring the potential procurement of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets. Read More: Pakistan, Bangladesh vow to boost defence […]