Pakistan and Bangladesh on Thursday reiterated their commitment to strengthening defence cooperation and professional collaboration between their armed forces during high-level meetings held in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
In a statement, the military’s media wing said that Bangladesh Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan called on Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi.
During the meeting, both sides discussed matters of mutual interest, evolving regional security dynamics and opportunities to enhance bilateral military cooperation. The two leaders underscored the importance of expanding professional collaboration, training exchanges and defence ties between the armed forces of Pakistan and Bangladesh.
The visiting air chief praised the professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their contributions to regional peace and stability. Field Marshal Asim Munir, in turn, reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to fostering long-term and enduring defence relations with Bangladesh.
“The meeting concluded with both sides reflecting the longstanding and strong bonds between the two brotherly countries,” the ISPR said.
Separately, Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan also met Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf at the Naval Headquarters in Islamabad, where he was received with formal courtesies.
According to the ISPR, the discussions focused on matters of mutual professional interest, the evolving regional security environment and ways to further strengthen bilateral defence cooperation. Admiral Naveed Ashraf highlighted the Pakistan Navy’s role and initiatives aimed at promoting regional maritime peace and stability.
The Bangladeshi air chief commended the high professional standards of the Pakistan Navy and expressed interest in enhancing cooperation between the armed forces of both countries. Both sides agreed on increasing the frequency of high-level engagements and joint training exercises to promote greater synergy.
The ISPR noted that the visit of the Bangladesh Air Force chief reflects the growing defence ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh, following the visit of Pakistan Navy Chief Admiral Naveed Ashraf to Dhaka in late 2025.