Pakistan Air Force F-16 fighter jets from No. 5 “Falcons” Squadron are participating in the multinational Spears of Victory 2026 exercise hosted by Saudi Arabia, aimed at enhancing operational coordination.
Pakistan’s Foreign Office said U.S. President Donald Trump has invited Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to join a Gaza Peace Board aimed at coordinating security, aid and reconstruction efforts.
Pakistan is reported to be close to finalising a defence export package worth about $1.5 billion to Sudan, including fighter aircraft and weapons, sources said.
Pakistan and Canada’s annual bilateral trade has crossed the $1 billion mark, reflecting expanding commercial ties and growing engagement between businesses in both countries.
Indonesia and Pakistan are in advanced discussions over a potential defence agreement that could include the acquisition of more than 40 JF-17 Thunder fighter jets, sources said.
A U.S. policy magazine has warned that suspending the Indus Waters Treaty would escalate regional tensions, saying unilateral steps could undermine international law and regional stability.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and a U.S. delegation led by Acting Ambassador Natalie Baker discussed expanding cooperation on security, border management, and law enforcement during talks in Islamabad.
Pakistani and U.S. military personnel have completed joint counterterrorism training at Pakistan’s National Counter-Terrorism Center during Exercise Inspired Gambit, the military said.
Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates have moved closer to a pre-immigration clearance arrangement following talks between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and a UAE delegation in Islamabad.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated Russia’s commitment to close cooperation with Pakistan during a diplomatic ceremony in Moscow, as both sides highlighted expanding engagement across multiple sectors.
Bangladesh is proceeding carefully as Islamabad and Dhaka hold discussions on expanding bilateral cooperation, including preliminary talks on defence-related matters, according to officials and analysts.
Türkiye has confirmed discussions with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on a potential defence cooperation framework, as regional security coordination gains momentum.