Dubai: Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu held a series of high-level engagements with Air Chiefs from friendly countries on the sidelines of the Dubai Airshow 2025. During the visit, the Air Chief engaged in comprehensive discussions with Lieutenant General Pilot Ibrahim Nasser Al-Alawi, Undersecretary of Defence UAE, and Major General Rashid Mohammed Al-Shamsi, Commander UAE Air Force and Air Defence. The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in advanced training, fostering collaboration in emerging aerospace technologies, and enhancing mechanisms for effective operational coordination.

According to Radio Pakistan, the UAE military leadership praised Pakistan Air Force’s modernization initiatives and growing indigenous capabilities, expressing a shared resolve to further strengthen military engagement through joint exercises, professional exchanges, and forward-looking partnerships. The Pakistan Air Force contingent has arrived in the United Arab Emirates to participate in the Dubai Airshow 2025, showcasing advanced JF-17 Thunder Block-III and the renowned Super Mushshak trainer aircraft, reflecting Pakistan’s expertise in indigenous military aviation.

During the event, the JF-17 Thunder Block-III emerged as a major focal point, attracting significant attention from defence analysts, aviation specialists, and visitors. Its cutting-edge technology, strong combat capabilities, and proven operational performance in Marka-e-Haq reinforced its reputation as a capable and cost-effective multirole fighter. Demonstrating international confidence in Pakistan’s aviation industry, several countries expressed interest in acquiring the JF-17 Thunder.

In a noteworthy development, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed with a friendly country for the procurement of the JF-17 Thunder, marking another milestone in Pakistan’s expanding defence and industrial partnerships.