ISLAMABAD: Sino-Pak joint annual air exercise Shaheen-X has commenced in Jiuquan and Yinchuan cities of Northwest China. Pakistan Air Force (PAF)’s lead fighter aircraft J-10 C and JF-17 are participating in exercise along with air and ground crew.

People’s Liberation Army Air Force and Pakistan Air Force have been conducting Shaheen joint exercises since 2011 which are being hosted by both countries on an alternate basis, PAF news release said. Shaheen exercise aims to enhance aerial combat practices, operational readiness, promoting interoperability and creating synergy amongst participating strategic and time-tested allies in region.

Moreover, incorporation of features like hybrid warfare, cyberspace and computing in this air exercise would augment Pakistan Air Force’s effectiveness in dynamic and evolving landscape of modern warfare. Exercise would leverage iron-brother countries to develop comprehensive defence strategy to further consolidate capacity of safeguarding their aerial boundaries in face of shared challenges.

Tenth joint aerial exercise between venerable People’s Liberation Army Air Force and Pakistan Air Force heralds remarkable endeavour to strengthen bonds of camaraderie and unity between Air Forces of both countries.

Exercise is all set to elevate caliber of practical combat training for participating adroit pilots and valiant personnel. Through such joint ventures, PAF reaffirms its unwavering commitment to foster regional harmony, international security and perpetual advancement in its own prowess.

Published in The Daily National Courier, September, 06 2023

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