2024 marked a significant turning point in Azerbaijani-Pakistani relations, particularly in the military sector, as both nations worked to deepen and diversify their strategic ties. Positioned in a geopolitically tense region, Azerbaijan faces the constant challenge of fortifying its defense capabilities. While the Azerbaijani government has made substantial strides in building a resilient military capable of overcoming regional threats, experts agree that further advancements are crucial. In this context, Pakistan’s defense technologies, including its missile systems and technological expertise, have become indispensable to Azerbaijan’s military modernization efforts.

Historically, Pakistan was not one of the top exporters of military hardware to Azerbaijan. However, in 2024, Pakistan made a major leap in its defense cooperation with Azerbaijan by supplying the JF-17 Thunder, a multi-role combat aircraft co-developed by Pakistan and China. The addition of the JF-17 to Azerbaijan’s arsenal has not only elevated Pakistan’s position as a top military exporter to Azerbaijan but also provided Azerbaijan with a formidable edge in the region, placing it ahead of most neighboring countries, with the exception of Russia. With its advanced defense industry, Pakistan is poised to play an increasingly important role in enhancing Azerbaijan’s military capabilities across a variety of fields.

Raza Syed, editor of the London Post, spoke to........

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