ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Air Force (PAF), comprising state-of-the-art JF-17 Thunder Block-III fighter jets and a team of skilled air and ground crew, has arrived in Azerbaijan to participate in a bilateral aerial combat exercise.
As per the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the exercise titled Indus Shield Alpha aims to increase mutual understanding, tactical coordination, and interoperability between the air forces of Pakistan and Azerbaijan.
The ISPR said the deployment marks another milestone in Pakistan’s defence cooperation efforts and underlines the PAF’s operational readiness and professionalism.
In this regard, the ISPR added that the ongoing exercise focuses on modern aerial warfare tactics, joint mission planning, and execution in an environment shaped by evolving technological and strategic challenges.
The engagement will also provide an opportunity for both air forces to exchange operational insights and strengthen cooperation against emerging air defence threats.
Furthermore, “The participation of the Pakistan Air Force contingent in Exercise Indus Shield Alpha reaffirms PAF’s enduring commitment to regional stability and global military cooperation,” the statement said, adding that it also indicates the force’s resolve to adapt to contemporary warfare demands while maintaining its tradition of excellence.
Moreover, the PAF has been actively engaging in bilateral and multilateral air exercises worldwide to increase interoperability and project its advanced capabilities.
These exercises not only provide valuable training in diverse operational environments but also serve as a key element of Pakistan’s defence diplomacy.
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Last year, Pakistan hosted Exercise Indus Shield 2024, the largest multinational air exercise in the region, featuring 24 participating countries and showcasing PAF’s premier multi-domain warfighting capabilities and commitment to global military collaboration.
