Turkish defence chief highlights need for creation of joint tech ventures with Pakistan

Turkish Minister of National Defence Yasar Guler has highlighted the necessity to createto create joint ventures in cutting-edge domains, including niche disruptive technologies, advanced avionics and unmanned aerial systems.

He discussed the matter during a meeting with the chief of Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu in Islamabad on July 9, Caliber.Az reports citing Pakistani media outlet Dawn.

The Turkish defence minister praised the PAF’s “exceptional performance under the insightful leadership of the air chief in the recent conflict with India, commending its operational preparedness and resolute defence of national sovereignty."

The meeting encompassed discussions on evolving regional security dynamics, progress of ongoing defence cooperation and prospects for future collaboration in emerging domains of warfare.

An expanded Turkish delegation comprising of high-level officials is currently on a working visit in Pakistan, which also includes Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan.

By Nazrin Sadigova