PR No. 51

Islamabad: June 05, 2025

The Defence Minister of the Republic of Belarus Lt Gen Viktor Khrenin called on Secretary Defence, Lt Gen Muhammad Ali HI (M) Retd. The meeting was focused on strengthening defence and security cooperation between the two countries.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to enhance bilateral defence collaboration, with particular emphasis on special operations, counter terrorism and training of servicemen. Discussions were also held on expanding cooperation in defence-industrial domain.

The visiting delegation appreciated Pakistan’s role in UN peacekeeping operations and expressed readiness to learn from each other's experience.

Two sides also discussed the opening of a direct flight route between Islamabad and Minsk, aimed at strengthening people-to-people contacts, diplomatic engagement, and boosting bilateral trade and economic opportunities.

The meeting concluded with both sides expressing satisfaction over the growing trajectory of defence ties and agreeing to continue dialogue through established channels.

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