ISLAMABAD: Lieutenant General (Retired) Anwar Ali Hyder, the Caretaker Defence Minister of Pakistan, visited to Air Headquarters Islamabad today, where he met with Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, the Chief of the Air Staff for the Pakistan Air Force. They discussed matters of geo-strategic and regional security dynamics.
The Air Chief presented an overview of the Pakistan Air Force’s modernization strategy and recent acquisitions from allied nations, all designed to ensure a robust aerial defense of the nation. A comprehensive brief was provided to the esteemed visitor regarding the operational architecture, force objectives, and plans for the future force structure, with a particular focus on emerging paradigms of warfare.
During the meeting, Air Chief Marshal highlighted measures taken to revamp the personnel training, ensuring their adeptness in addressing current challenges.
Air Chief Highlights Advances in Pakistan Air Force
Stressing the significance of adjusting to ever-changing security scenarios, the Air Chief also provided an overview of the training initiatives and state-of-the-art technologies incorporated within the PAF.
Underscoring the PAF’s dedication to maintaining a leading position in contemporary warfare, the head of the Air Force highlighted the pivotal role of multispectral operations in realms such as space, cyber, and artificial intelligence. Furthermore, he delineated the Pakistan Air Force’s strategic shift towards bolstering its indigenous capabilities within these critical domains.
Commending the professionalism and dedication exhibited by the Pakistan Air Force, Defence Minister acknowledged their pivotal role in upholding the nation’s sovereignty. He lauded the PAF’s remarkable responsiveness during natural disasters, underscoring their commitment beyond conventional defense roles.
Anwar Ali Hyder praised the visionary leadership of the Pakistan Air Force for its proactive stance in addressing contemporary challenges of modern warfare. He expressed unwavering confidence in the current leadership and reaffirmed the nation’s resolve to equip the PAF with cutting-edge technology, ensuring its continued readiness to confront modern security imperatives.
