Commander of the Ethiopian Air Force (EAF) Lieutenant General Yilma Merdassa on Wednesday met with Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu at the Air Headquarters in Islamabad, expressing his force’s interest in learning from the combat experience, integrated command systems and technological innovations of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) to boost operational strength.

 

According to reports, the visiting dignitary also expressed keen interest in exploring avenues of technology transfer within the aviation sector, particularly in indigenous development and modernisation initiatives.

 

Air Chief Marshal Sidhu expressed his commitment to further strengthening the military partnership between the two air forces through joint training programmes, assuring the EAF of Pakistan’s full cooperation in its professional development.

 

He further stated that Pakistan was determined to assist the EAF in enhancing its capabilities and extending all possible support in advanced training and operational domains.

 

As part of his visit, the Ethiopian air commander received comprehensive briefings at the National ISR & Integrated Air Operations Centre and PAF Cyber Command during which he appreciated PAF’s technological advancement and integration of cutting-edge capabilities in modern warfare.

 

Earlier, a smartly turned-out contingent of the PAF presented Lt Gen Merdassa with a guard of honour and thanked his Pakistani counterpart for the warm welcome.