ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Indonesia are edging closer to a potential defence cooperation agreement after senior defence officials from both countries held high-level discussions in Islamabad.
Indonesia’s Defence Minister, Lieutenant General (Retd) Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, met with Pakistan’s Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu to explore opportunities for cooperation in military aviation and unmanned systems. The talks centered on strengthening defence ties, strategic dialogue, and mutual communication between military institutions.
Sources familiar with the discussions said the meeting touched on advanced defence platforms, including the possible sale of JF-17 fighter jets and armed drones. Although no final decisions have been announced, security officials indicated that negotiations are in an advanced stage and involve significant interest from Jakarta in expanding its military capabilities.
The proposed cooperation could see Indonesia boosting its air force with multi-role aircraft and drone technology, aligning with its efforts to modernize a fleet that includes a variety of foreign combat aircraft.
Both sides emphasized their shared commitment to enhancing bilateral defence relations through training collaboration, institutional linkages, and long-term strategic engagement.
