ISLAMABAD, AUG 23: /DNA/ – Caretaker Defence Minister of Pakistan, Lieutenant General (Retired) Anwar Ali Hyder, paid a visit to Air Headquarters Islamabad today, where he had a productive meeting with Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force. During the meeting, matters pertaining to evolving geo-strategic environment and regional security situation were discussed.
Chief of the Air Staff provided a briefing on Pakistan Air Force’s modernization plan and recent acquisitions from allied countries, aimed at ensuring an impregnable aerial defence of the country. He also provided a comprehensive briefing to the visiting dignitary on the Pakistan Air Force’s operational construct, force goals and plans for the force structure with a keen focus on future warfare. The Air Chief highlighted the steps taken by the Pakistan Air Force to revamp the training of its personnel, equipping them to effectively tackle contemporary challenges. Emphasizing the importance of adapting to evolving security dynamics, the Air Chief also shared insights into the rigorous training programs and cutting-edge technologies being implemented within the PAF. Highlighting PAF’s commitment to staying at the forefront of modern warfare, Chief of the Air Staff emphasized the importance of multispectrum operations in the domains of space, cyber and artificial intelligence. He also outlined Pakistan Air Force’s strategic shift towards enhancing indigenous capabilities in these crucial areas.
Expressing admiration for the professionalism and dedication of the Pakistan Air Force personnel, Lieutenant General (Retired) Anwar Ali Hyder commended the pivotal role played by brave PAF warriors in safeguarding the sovereignty of Pakistan. He acknowledged PAF’s immaculate response during natural calamities and disasters, showcasing the commitment of PAF personnel to serving the nation beyond their primary defence duties. The visiting dignitary commended Pakistan Air Force leadership for its vision and proactive approach towards modern warfare challenges. He also expressed his unwavering confidence in the current leadership of Pakistan Air Force and assured that PAF would be equipped with state-of-the-art technology, ensuring that it remains at the forefront of modern security challenges.
The Caretaker Defence Minister’s visit to Air Headquarters is a testament to the Government’s unwavering support and commitment to strengthening the national defence of Pakistan.
![PESHAWAR, JAN 12 /DNA/ - Owing to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's precarious law and order circumstances, the provincial assembly has written a letter to the Peshawar corps commander seeking an in-camera briefing on ongoing operations and the security situation in the province. "The [special] Committee desires to receive a detailed briefing from Headquarters XI Corps, Peshawar, particularly in the context of the ongoing operations being conducted by the federal government and LEAs in the merged districts of KP," reads the letter issued by KP Assembly Deputy Secretary Tariq Noor, while referring to the Special Committee (on Security) constituted by the house. The committee features more than 40 members, including the leader of the house, the leader of the opposition and provincial ministers, along with parliamentary leaders of respective political parties. The letter, dated January 8, also points out that the committee has received detailed briefings from key stakeholders, including the chief secretary, the additional chief secretary, the IGP, and now seeks a briefing as part of the consultative process. Letter written by KP Assemblys deputy secretary to Headquarters XI Corps. — Reporter Letter written by KP Assembly's deputy secretary to Headquarters XI Corps. — Reporter The KP Assembly's request for a briefing from a senior army commander comes as the province, as stated by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director-General Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry in a recent media briefing, accounted for nearly 71% of all the terrorist incidents in 2025. The overwhelming share of KP in facing terror incidents, as per the military's spokesperson, was due to a "politically conducive environment and the flourishing political-criminal-terror-nexus" in the province. Noting that the Pakistan-Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government in KP was resisting counterterrorism efforts at every forum — a claim denied by the PTI — Lt Gen Chaudhry highlighted that the law enforcement agencies (LEAs) carried out 75,175 intelligence-based operations (IBOs) across the country in 2025, of which 14,658 IBOs were conducted in KP. Out of the total 5,397 terrorism incidents reported nationwide in the previous year, as many as 3,811 incidents occurred in KP. The issue of terrorism and military operations has been a point of contention between the PTI's KP government and the Centre in recent times, where the former has time and again stressed a political solution and dialogue, whereas the latter has pressed on with taking action against the terrorists. This is also reflected by the KP Assembly's letter to the Headquarters XI Corps, Peshawar, which says that the Special Committee (on Security) "acknowledges the importance of security measures but considers that operation alone without broader political, social and developmental initiatives may not ensure suitable peace and stability and could risk further unrest in the province".](https://islamabadpost.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/security-forces-218x150.jpg "KP Assembly seeks Peshawar corps commander’s in-camera briefing on security situation")
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