Islamabad: In a significant step towards deepening defense relations, Pakistan and Sri Lanka have agreed to enhance their bilateral military ties, focusing on operational matters and regional security.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, this commitment was solidified during discussions between Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, and his Sri Lankan counterpart, Air Marshal Rajapaksa Appuhamilage Udeni Priyadarshana Rajapaksa. The meeting occurred in Islamabad, where the Commander of the Sri Lankan Air Force was present to observe Exercise Indus Shield 2024.

The talks covered a range of topics, including the enhancement of operational cooperation and regional security challenges. The Chief of the Pakistan Air Force reiterated Pakistan’s readiness to support the Sri Lankan Air Force in various capacities, highlighting the strong military partnership between the two nations.