Defence Minister calls for boosting Pak-Italy cooperation in defense production
Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif says exchange of military training can be mutually beneficial and Italian Armed Forces have valuable military exposure while Pakistan Armed Forces have rich experience in counter terrorism operations.


Islamabad: Minister for Defence and Defence Production Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Wednesday emphasized the need to explore areas of cooperation with Italy in the field of joint defence production.
Talking to Ambassador of Italy, Marilina Armell in Islamabad on Wednesday (today), he said Pakistan attaches great importance to its relations with the Republic of Italy and wants to further enhance defence collaboration.
Defence Minister said the exchange of military training can be mutually beneficial and Italian Armed Forces have valuable military exposure while Pakistan Armed Forces have rich experience in counter terrorism operations.
During the meeting latest security situation along the Pak-Afghan Border and Pakistan's commitment to peace and stability in the region also came under discussion.

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