PAF PRESS RELEASE
AMBASSADOR OF KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA CALLS ON AIR CHIEF
05 March, 2024: The Ambassador of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, H.E. Mr. Nawaf Saeed Al-Malakiy, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force in his office today. The meeting was focused on areas of mutual interest and regional developments.
During the meeting, Chief of the Air Staff shared his pragmatic policy decisions aimed at modernizing PAF through smart acquisition of niche technologies, upgradation of infrastructure and revitalization of operational & training domains. The Air Chief reiterated his unwavering commitment to enhancing existing ties in the realm of military-to-military cooperation through bilateral and multilateral exercises. Highlighting the bond of brotherhood between the two nations, the Air Chief said, "Pakistan values its strong diplomatic, economic and defence relationship with Saudi Arabia which is based on convergence on all important issues relating to regional peace, security and stability."
The Ambassador of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed his admiration for the exceptional progress made by Pakistan Air Force, particularly in the area of indigenization and lauded the professionalism of PAF personnel. He also pledged to play his role in further improving the existing bilateral ties at all levels and expressed his desire to consolidate cooperation in various fields including training, emerging technologies and mutual cooperation in the aviation industry. Both dignitaries agreed to further strengthen the existing industrial partnership between the two brotherly countries and to actively explore avenues of future procurements through Shaheen Foundation.
The meeting between the Chief of the Air Staff and the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia signifies a pivotal moment in the ongoing cooperation between the two nations, demonstrating a shared dedication to advancing mutual interests and regional stability.
PAF SPOKESPERSON
4 мар 2024
