Pakistan, Türkiye eye greater collaboration in aerospace, emerging technologies

Pakistan Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu held a series of high-level meetings during his official visit to Türkiye, reaffirming the deepening strategic partnership between Pakistan and Türkiye in defence, aerospace innovation, and emerging technologies. According to a press release issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations on Friday, the Air Chief met with Ziya Cemal Kadıoğlu, Yaşar Güle,r and Selçuk Bayraktar to discuss enhanced cooperation in the defence and technology sectors. At the Turkish Air Force Headquarters, Air Chief Marshal Sidhu was presented with a Guard of Honour. Discussions focused on strengthening interoperability through joint exercises, training initiatives, and professional exchanges. The Turkish Air Chief appreciated the Pakistan Air Force’s contribution to the training of Turkish pilots. In his meeting with Defence Minister Yaşar Güler, both sides reaffirmed the longstanding historical and strategic ties between Pakistan and Türkiye while exploring further collaboration in training, capacity building, and aerospace development. The Air Chief’s meeting with Baykar Technologies CTO Selçuk Bayraktar centered on advancements in unmanned aerial systems, aerospace innovation,n and emerging defence technologies, reflecting the shared commitment of both countries to expand cooperation in next-generation defence capabilities.