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Iraq defence minister meets COAS Bajwa

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Web Desk
February 25, 2021


On Thursday, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa said that Pakistan recognizes sacrifices of Iraqi people in fight against terrorism.

According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Iraqi Defence Minister called on COAS Gen Qamar Bajwa at GHQ.

During the meeting, matters pertaining to regional security and mutual interest, as well as measures to enhance mutual defense cooperation came under discussion.

Both leaders pledged to work together for security and stability in the region.
The Iraqi defense minister praised Pakistan's continued efforts for peace and stability in the region.


During the meeting, the Army Chief offered cooperation to Iraq in defense and related fields and said that Pakistan attaches great importance to its fraternal relations with Iraq.

 

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Defence
Pakistan still interested in T129 acquisition

By Dominic Perry
24 February 2021

Pakistan’s long-running attempt to acquire Turkish Aerospace T129 attack helicopters may finally be nearing a conclusion.

Speaking at Defence IQ’s virtual International Military Helicopter 2021 conference on 24 February, an unnamed Pakistani army official said that the Turkish-built type was “still very much under consideration”.


Source: Turkish Aerospace

Islamabad initially ordered 30 examples in 2018

Islamabad had in 2018 ordered 30 T129s worth $1.5 billion, but the sale foundered on export sanctions related to the US-built LHTEC T800 engines which power the type.


“The contract is a bit delayed because of certain third-party approvals,” says the army official. “But the OEM is hopeful of getting over the political hurdles and providing that third-party certification.

“We are still looking forward to accomplishing the contract with the Turkish government.”

Pakistan intends to replace its fleet of 48 elderly Bell AH-1Fs with the new platform. It had previously struck a deal under the USA’s Foreign Military Sales process to purchase 12 Bell AH-1Zs but that deal was also put on hold due to US political concerns.

At the same conference last year it was suggested that Pakistan would consider Chinese alternatives if the T129 order could not be finalised.

 

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Feb 27 Surprise Day: DG ISPR says Pakistan stands for peace but when challenged, 'shall respond with full might'

• Two years ago, the PAF had shot down two Indian aircraft inside Pakistani airspace and arrested Indian pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman.
• Pakistan stands for peace but when challenged, shall respond with full might," the DG ISPR tweeted.

Aisha Mahmood
27 Feb 2021

The Director-General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Major General Babar Iftikhar has said that February 27, 2019, is a testament that the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), with the support of the nation, will always defend the motherland against all threats.

Two years ago, the PAF had shot down two Indian aircraft inside Pakistani airspace and arrested Indian pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman.

"It is not numbers but courage and will of a resilient nation that triumphs in the end. Pakistan stands for peace but when challenged, shall respond with full might," the DG ISPR twitter.

 

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COAS Bajwa visits Rawalpindi logistics workshop

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Web Desk
March 01, 2021


Pakistan Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa visited the logistics installations and workshop facilities here in the city, according to a statement issued Monday by the military's media wing.

In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said Gen Bajwa inspected the workshop's various facilities and infrastructures, which handles the Pakistan Army's extensive transport special items. He was also briefed about the facilities being prepared and up gradation of vehicles.

He was also briefed on the up gradation and improvement issues at the logistics installations and workshop facilities, the statement said.

The Pakistan Army chief lauded the performance and commitment of the workshop staff.

 

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08 Mar 2021

United States (US) Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation, Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad called on Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at the General Headquarters (GHQ), ISPR said on Monday.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), matters pertaining to the regional security situation and the Afghan peace process were discussed.

The US Special Representative lauded the efforts of Pakistan for peace in the region during his meeting with COAS Qamar Javed Bajwa.

Commander Resolute Support Mission in Afghanistan General Austin Scott Miller was also present in the meeting, said military’s media wing.

It is pertinent to mention here that Zalmay Khalilzad is currently working with Pakistan to make the intra-Afghan dialogue a success.

He had frequently visited Pakistan and met with the COAS over the matter.

 

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Statement by Spokesperson, Turkish Presidential Office:-
“The #US prevented our sale of T129 ATAK helicopters to #Pakistan. The deal will most likely be taken over by #China & US will be the side to lose."

China is pitching the Z-10ME for the $1.5 Billion Pakistani deal. #Turkey https://t.co/c3VJ1cs8HS

 

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Gen Carter, COAS Bajwa discuss Afghan peace process and security issues

• UK Army CDS acknowledged Pakistan’s continuous efforts for peace and stability in the region
• Carter and Bajwa pledged to further enhance bilateral relations between both countries

Fahad Zulfikar
09 Mar 2021

(Karachi) UK Army's Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Sir Nicholas Patrick Carter called on Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa, a statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) stated on Tuesday.

As per ISPR, matters of mutual interests including the Afghan peace process, security and defence cooperation as well as evolving global geostrategic environment were discussed.

The visiting dignitary acknowledged Pakistan’s continuous efforts for peace and stability in the region and pledged to further enhance bilateral relations between both countries.

 

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COAS Gen Bajwa visits Bahrain, discusses matters of mutual interest with officials


March 10, 2021

Photo: ISPR

MANAMA: The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Tuesday visited Bahrain and held one-on-one meetings with Field Marshal Mohammed Bin Isa Al Khalifa, Commander Bahrain National Guard, and Major General Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Bahrain National Security Advisor.

According to a statement released by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Wednesday, during the meetings, the two sides discussed issues of mutual interests, while the regional security situation also came under discussion.

COAS Gen Bajwa offered Pakistan's complete support to Bahrain in achieving shared interests in bilateral security cooperation, including training and capacity building.

Later, delegation-level talks were also held, where current developments in Afghan Peace Process, border security, and necessary steps to be undertaken to facilitate an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned peace process were discussed.

 

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Statement by Spokesperson, Turkish Presidential Office:-
“The #US prevented our sale of T129 ATAK helicopters to #Pakistan. The deal will most likely be taken over by #China & US will be the side to lose."

China is pitching the Z-10ME for the $1.5 Billion Pakistani deal. #Turkey https://t.co/c3VJ1cs8HS
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someone posted in the past turkish 1.5 for 30 heli , Chinese 1.5 for 48 or so heli

 

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someone posted in the past tirkisj 1.5 for 30 heli , Chinese 1.5 for 48 or so heli

Don't have such $$$, initially look at 12 Z10MEs modified with Italian assistance.

 

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Says it all! Pakistan Zindabad