The Defence Production
Minister of Pakistan Rana Tanveer Hussain held a meeting with the Minister for
National Defence of Turkey Mr. Nurettin Canikli in Ankara today, says a press
release received from Ankara here today.
The two Ministers had a
comprehensive review of bilateral cooperation, particularly the ongoing defence
industry projects between the two countries. Expressing satisfaction at the
flourishing relationship between Pakistan and Turkey, the two Ministers vowed
to further deepen and broaden defence industry cooperation. They noted that the
growing level of bilateral cooperation was consistent with the vision of the
leaders on both sides. Both sides agreed to further increase mutual contact and
exchange of visits with a view to realizing the full potential in defence
collaboration and identifying new projects.
Minister Rana Tanveer
noted that the defence industries of the two brotherly countries had
significant capacities and capabilities and closer mutual collaboration would
help them realize the full potential. He hoped that both countries would
explore further possibilities of joint ventures and co-production.
Turkish Defence Minister
Mr. Nurettin Canikli said that the brotherly relations between Pakistan and
Turkey are deeply rooted in history. He said this brotherhood is reflected in
all level of relationships. He stressed on the need of collaboration for
developing critical technologies to meet contemporary challenges.
Ambassador of Pakistan in
Turkey Mr. Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi and Managing Director Karachi Shipyard
& Engineering Works Rear Admiral Syed Hasan Nasir Shah also attended the
meeting. Senior officials of the Turkish defence industries attended from the
Turkish side.
Earlier, upon his arrival
at the National Defence Ministry, a smartly turned-out contingent of the
Turkish Armed Forces presented guard of honour to the visiting Pakistani
Minister.
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