Iraq has expressed keen interest in JF-17 thunder fighter jets and Super Mushshak trainer aircraft.   

The interest was conveyed by Commander of the Iraqi Air Force Lieutenant General Staff Pilot Mohanad Ghalib Mohammed Radi Al-Asadi during his meeting with Air Chief Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu in Baghdad.

The Iraqi Air Chief praised PAF’s professionalism and technological advancement as well as expressed interest in benefiting from PAF’s world-class training. He also appreciated Pakistan’s role in regional stability. 

Air Chief Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu highlighted the deep-rooted religious, cultural, and historical ties between Pakistan and Iraq. He reaffirmed PAF’s commitment to support the Iraqi Air Force in training and capacity development.

Both commanders agreed to pursue joint exercises and training initiatives to strengthen interoperability.

Earlier, Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu was accorded a Guard of Honour at Iraqi Air Force Headquarters, symbolizing the strong bond of mutual respect.