ISLAMABAD: German Ambassador Alfred Grannas called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu here. Several key areas of mutual interest along with regional developments were discussed. Chief of Air Staff shared broad contours of Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) modernisation plan of smart acquisitions from allied countries, up gradation of infrastructure and revamping of training.  

Air Chief highlighted that both countries enjoy unprecedented strategic partnership and reiterated his resolve to further enhance existing bilateral ties in military to military cooperation. He said Pakistan values its strong diplomatic, economic and defence relationship with Germany which is based on convergence on all important issues relating to regional peace, security and stability.  

Visiting dignitary offered heartfelt condolences to people of Pakistan over loss of life amidst devastation caused by floods and appreciated efforts put in by Pakistan Air Force for relief and rehabilitation of flood victims.  Ambassador praised professionalism of PAF personnel and the exceptional progress made by Pakistan Air Force over years, especially through indigenisation.  

He appreciated Pakistan’s continuous efforts for regional stability and pledged to play his role for further improvement in diplomatic cooperation with Pakistan at all levels.  Both sides agreed to further consolidate existing military-to-military ties particularly in training and operational domains.

Published in The Daily National Courier, November, 04 2022

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