ISLAMABAD: US ambassador Donald Blomecalled on Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu in his office on Tuesday and both discussed matters of regional security situation, enhanced bilateral and defence cooperation.

The visiting dignitary lauded the professionalism of PAF personnel and the exceptional progress made by PAF over the years, especially through indigenization.

He also appreciated Pakistan’s efforts in promoting regional peace and vowed to enhance cooperation in various fields.

The Air chief highlighted that both the countries enjoy cordial relations and reiterated his resolve to further enhance the existing bilateral cooperation between the two strategic partners. Air chief further said: “Pakistan values its strong diplomatic, economic and defence relations with the US which are based on convergence on all important issues relating to regional peace, security and stability”.

Both sides agreed to further optimise military to military ties particularly in training and operational domains.

Published in Dawn, August 17th, 2022