General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman of Pakistan’s Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, participated in the 17th International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF-2025) in Istanbul, where he held discussions with Türkiye’s Minister of National Defence, General (Retd) Yasar Guler.
During his visit to the high-profile defence exhibition, General Mirza engaged in talks aimed at strengthening military cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye. The meeting with Minister Guler provided an opportunity for both countries to reaffirm their commitment to deepening collaboration in the fields of defence technology and industry.
IDEF-2025 serves as an important platform for defence officials and industry leaders to showcase the latest advancements and explore avenues for strategic partnerships. Pakistan and Türkiye have a longstanding relationship grounded in shared security interests, and both sides emphasized the importance of expanding bilateral ties in the defence sector.
General Mirza’s participation at IDEF-2025 highlights Pakistan’s interest in enhancing its defence capabilities through international cooperation, particularly with regional partners like Türkiye. The discussions also underscored the role of such events in fostering dialogue and innovation within the global defence community.
