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