The air chief was accorded a Guard of Honour at the Iraqi Air Force Headquarters, reflecting the strong ties and mutual respect between the two air forces. During the meeting, both sides held detailed discussions on strengthening bilateral military cooperation, with a focus on joint training programmes, capacity building and enhanced operational collaboration.
Air Chief Marshal Sidhu highlighted the deep-rooted religious, cultural and historical relations between Pakistan and Iraq and reaffirmed PAF’s commitment to supporting the Iraqi Air Force through training and professional development initiatives. Both commanders agreed to pursue joint exercises and structured training engagements to improve interoperability.
The Iraqi Air Chief praised the professionalism and technological advancement of the Pakistan Air Force and expressed interest in benefiting from its advanced training systems. He also showed keen interest in Pakistan’s defence aviation platforms, including the JF-17 Thunder and the Super Mushshak.
Lieutenant General Al-Asadi also acknowledged Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting regional stability. The visit underscored the shared resolve of both air forces to further strengthen defence ties and expand professional collaboration in the future.
