Inspector Royal Moroccan Air Force Major General Mohammed Gadih met with Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu on Wednesday at the Air Headquarters in Islamabad, to discuss enhancing military cooperation between the two countries.
The visit, which focused on joint training, air power collaboration, and industrial cooperation, reflects the longstanding historical ties between Morocco and Pakistan.
A statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) noted that a smartly turned-out contingent of Pakistan Air Force personnel presented a Guard of Honour to Major General Gadih upon his arrival.
The meeting was described as "productive," with both leaders reaffirming their commitment to strengthening military collaboration.
Air Chief Marshal Sidhu welcomed Major General Gadih and conveyed his best wishes on his maiden visit to Pakistan.
He emphasised the importance of joint training initiatives, highlighting opportunities for Moroccan Air Force personnel to undergo both basic and tactical level training alongside their Pakistani counterparts.
Sidhu expressed his belief that such programs would enhance operational efficiency for both forces and foster deeper bilateral ties.
During the discussions, Major General Gadih commended the technological advancements of the Pakistan Air Force and expressed keen interest in the PAF's achievements in the aerospace industry.
He specifically praised the technological infrastructure at the National Aerospace Science & Technology Park and indicated Morocco’s interest in learning from Pakistan’s capabilities to strengthen its own aerospace sector.
The meeting also saw discussions about potential areas for collaboration in joint military exercises, industrial cooperation, and the exchange of knowledge in air power applications.
Major General Gadih further visited key installations at Air Headquarters, including the National ISR & Integrated Air Operations Centre and the PAF Cyber Command, to witness firsthand the advancements in Pakistan's defense and technological capabilities.
Both sides expressed a strong desire to expand their existing cooperation, particularly in training, military exercises, and industrial advancements, marking another step toward a deeper partnership in the defense sector.
