The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its policy of allowing the United States to use British military bases for operations against Iran, with newly appointed Prime Minister Andy Burnham approving continued access for what the UK describes as “defensive operations.” Read More: UK allows US to use bases against Iran According to a Bloomberg report, Burnham has endorsed the […]
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Asim Munir, Anita Anand reaffirm Pakistan-Canada security partnership
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, met Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Sunday, where both sides discussed bilateral relations, regional security, and matters of mutual interest. The meeting reflected the continued engagement between Pakistan and Canada on issues related […]
Erdogan hosts CDF Munir for key talks
Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara during his official visit to Turkiye. The high-level meeting highlighted the close strategic partnership between Pakistan and Turkiye and reinforced ongoing defence cooperation. The visit is expected to strengthen military coordination and bilateral […]
Field Marshal Munir, Ghana’s CDF discuss defence cooperation
Chief of Defence Staff of the Republic of Ghana Lieutenant General William Agyapong called on Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, said the Inter-Services Public Relations in a statement on Thursday. According to the military’s media wing, during the meeting, […]
Asim Munir, Lebanese army chief discuss defence cooperation
Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, met Lebanese Army Commander General Rodolphe Haikal at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Tuesday, where the two sides discussed regional security, defence cooperation and ways to strengthen military ties between their countries. Read More: Lebanon army chief visits US-Iran mediator Pakistan According to the […]
Russia and Afghanistan expand military cooperation ties
Russia and Afghanistan have signed a military and technical cooperation agreement in Moscow, marking a notable step toward strengthening defence relations between the two countries. Officials described the move as part of expanding bilateral engagement in security and strategic sectors. The agreement was concluded during the first International Security Forum held in the Moscow region, […]
India eyes BrahMos missiles talks with Vietnam
India may discuss the possible sale of its BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Vietnam during an upcoming state visit by Vietnamese President To Lam, according to sources familiar with the matter. Read More: India allocates Rs 67,000 crore for advanced weapons purchase President To Lam is expected to hold talks in New Delhi this week aimed […]
Pakistan Egypt forces conclude Thunder-II joint counterterrorism exercise
Military forces from Pakistan and Egypt have successfully concluded the two-week joint military exercise Thunder-II held at Cherat. The training programme focused on strengthening coordination and improving joint operational capabilities between the two allied armies. Officials stated that the exercise aimed to enhance cooperation in counterterrorism operations and tactical planning. Consequently, both forces exchanged valuable […]
Pakistan army chief meets Saudi defence minister amid regional tensions
Pakistan Chief of Army Staff, Asim Munir, met Saudi Defence Minister Khalid bin Salman Al Saud in Saudi Arabia on Saturday to discuss the escalating security situation in the Middle East, including recent Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting the kingdom. Read More: COAS holds defence talks with Saudi and Egyptian officials According to Saudi officials, the meeting focused […]
Australia, Indonesia sign security treaty to boost military cooperation
JAKARTA/CANBERRA: Australia and Indonesia signed a landmark security treaty on Friday, establishing closer military cooperation and new defence training initiatives between the two nations. The agreement, signed at Jakarta’s Merdeka Palace, will see Australia supporting the development of military training facilities in Indonesia and embedding a senior Indonesian officer within Australia’s defence force, Prime Minister […]