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Pakistan and Indonesia have taken steps toward a potential defence cooperation agreement, with high-level discussions between military leaders focusing on the possible sale of JF-17 fighter jets and armed drones, reflecting growing strategic ties between the two nations.

Pakistan has categorically dismissed claims suggesting its territory could be used for any United States military strike on Iran, reaffirming its policy of sovereignty, regional stability, and non-involvement in external conflicts.

Pakistan and Indonesia have agreed to establish a Joint Trade Committee to further strengthen bilateral trade relations, with total trade between the two countries exceeding $4 billion, marking a new milestone in economic cooperation.

Pakistan’s state diplomacy appears to have delivered tangible results as India’s reported $450,000 spending on U.S. lobbying failed to translate into meaningful diplomatic traction, according to publicly available disclosures.

Saudi Arabia remained the largest source of remittances to Pakistan in December, with funds totaling $3.6 billion as expatriate workers continued to support economic flows.

Pakistan is exploring expanded defence cooperation with Bangladesh, with officials indicating that military hardware, including JF-17 fighter jets, could be discussed as part of evolving bilateral talks.

Pakistan’s Foreign Office sources have dismissed India’s remarks on Pakistan-Bangladesh defence ties, calling comments on the JF-17 fighter programme “misplaced” and irrelevant to bilateral decisions between sovereign states.

Pakistan on Tuesday reaffirmed its support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar expressing concern over the Israeli foreign minister’s visit to Somaliland.

Pakistan has established a specialised security unit to enhance protection for Chinese nationals and key China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects, amid growing security challenges and regional threats.

Pakistan is moving closer to fifth-generation airpower as plans emerge for the induction of China’s J-35E stealth fighter, a development that could significantly reshape the country’s aerial combat capabilities.

Interest from Arif Habib Group and FFC in PIA highlights renewed confidence in Pakistan’s aviation sector, signalling reform momentum and long-term strategic value beyond short-term financial challenges.

Pakistan’s support for Somalia, aligned with Saudi Arabia, reflects a deeper strategic convergence rooted in sovereignty, regional stability, and long-term defence cooperation rather than momentary diplomacy.