ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Air Force (PAF) and Qatar Emiri Air Force joint aerial Exercise Zilzal-II has started in Qatar. In press statement, Pakistan Air Force Spokesperson said that the exercise is one of the most complex joint air force exercises, which aims at promoting interoperability between the two allied countries.
PAK-QATAR JOINT AERIAL EXERCISE "ZILZAL-II" KICKS OFF IN QATAR
10 January, 2024: Pakistan Air Force and Qatar Emiri Air Force are all geared up to participate in joint aerial Exercise Zilzal-II, commencing in Qatar. First held in the year 2020, Zilzal-II air exercise is the 2nd… pic.twitter.com/lI5GHohjL5
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It added that the exercise will mimic a near realistic aerial warfare scenario coupled with real-time opportunity for the participating Air Forces to test their operational readiness.
The Spokesperson said that the exercise Zilzal-II, aimed at enhancing joint planning mechanism, is considered a historical benchmark to further solidify the existing defence partnership between the two brotherly nations.
Pak-Qatar Joint Aerial Exercise “Zilzal-II” Kicks Off in Qatar: PAF Spokesperson
During the joint aerial exercise, PAF’s newly inducted state-of-the-art J-10C fighter aircraft will flex its muscles against Eurofighter jets of Qatar Emiri Air Force in their first ever face-off in an aerial exercise.
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The exercise first held in the year 2020, Zilzal-II air exercise is the 2nd in the series of these exercises, hosted by State of Qatar. “Exercise Zilzal-II serves as a platform to foster greater understanding, cooperation and friendship between Pakistan Air Force and Qatar Emiri Air Force, contributing to regional stability and security” the spokesperson added. Pakistan Air Force (PAF) remains committed to its mission of safeguarding the skies, strengthening international alliances and promoting peace through mutual cooperation.
