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Additional F-16s for Pakistan May Hit Hurdles
Additional F-16s from the US remain central to Pakistan’s modernization efforts, but analysts say since there could be hurdles ahead, surplus fighters may be a credible alternative.
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Little of Substance in Pak-US Strategic Dialogue
The latest Pak-US Strategic Dialogue held this week delivered little of real substance, although there were some surprises and the outcome was generally positive, analysts say.
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Pakistan Launches Final Drive on Taliban Bastion
Pakistan on Wednesday launched a push on the remaining pockets of Pakistani Taliban (TTP) fighters holed up in the remote Shawal Valley bordering Afghanistan. Though the advance had long been expected, the timing was surprising.
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Ukrainian Defense Cooperation Push With Pakistan Unrealistic
Ukraine’s efforts to increase its defense relationship with Pakistan are unlikely to succeed due to the turmoil in that country and Pakistan’s growing relationship with Ukraine’s nemesis Russia.
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What Can Pakistan’s Security Services Learn from University Attack by Taliban?
The attack was carried out by four terrorists armed with AK-47s and grenades that took advantage of thick winter fog to scale a wall to the rear of Bacha Khan University in Charsadda, some 140km from the capital Islamabad.
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Pakistani Naval Modernization Appears Stalled
Pakistan’s naval modernization program appears stalled, with no discernible progress being made on efforts to modernize and expand the surface and sub-surface fleet.
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US Congress Moves Against Pakistani F-16 Deal
Congress is reported to have moved to stymie Pakistani efforts to acquire further new build F-16s according to reports in the local media.
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Pakistan Signs JF-17 Agreement With Sri Lanka
Pakistan and Sri Lanka have signed an agreement for an initial eight JF-17 Thunder multi role combat aircraft.
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Will Pakistan Land a Deal With US for New F-16s?
Pakistan continues to talk to the US about purchasing a new tranche of F-16 fighters, but analysts here warn that it is unclear if or when such a deal could close.
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Malaysia Denies Interest in JF-17, But Export Hopes Remain
Malaysia’s Defence Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein has denied media reports that the country is considering the Sino-Pakistani JF-17 Thunder as part of its Air Force modernization plans. Analysts nevertheless think the JF-17 is on the cusp of export success.
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Additional F-16s for Pakistan May Hit Hurdles
Additional F-16s from the US remain central to Pakistan’s modernization efforts, but analysts say since there could be hurdles ahead, surplus fighters may be a credible alternative.
-
Little of Substance in Pak-US Strategic Dialogue
The latest Pak-US Strategic Dialogue held this week delivered little of real substance, although there were some surprises and the outcome was generally positive, analysts say.
-
Pakistan Launches Final Drive on Taliban Bastion
Pakistan on Wednesday launched a push on the remaining pockets of Pakistani Taliban (TTP) fighters holed up in the remote Shawal Valley bordering Afghanistan. Though the advance had long been expected, the timing was surprising.
-
Ukrainian Defense Cooperation Push With Pakistan Unrealistic
Ukraine’s efforts to increase its defense relationship with Pakistan are unlikely to succeed due to the turmoil in that country and Pakistan’s growing relationship with Ukraine’s nemesis Russia.
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What Can Pakistan’s Security Services Learn from University Attack by Taliban?
The attack was carried out by four terrorists armed with AK-47s and grenades that took advantage of thick winter fog to scale a wall to the rear of Bacha Khan University in Charsadda, some 140km from the capital Islamabad.
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Pakistani Naval Modernization Appears Stalled
Pakistan’s naval modernization program appears stalled, with no discernible progress being made on efforts to modernize and expand the surface and sub-surface fleet.
-
US Congress Moves Against Pakistani F-16 Deal
Congress is reported to have moved to stymie Pakistani efforts to acquire further new build F-16s according to reports in the local media.
-
Pakistan Signs JF-17 Agreement With Sri Lanka
Pakistan and Sri Lanka have signed an agreement for an initial eight JF-17 Thunder multi role combat aircraft.
-
Will Pakistan Land a Deal With US for New F-16s?
Pakistan continues to talk to the US about purchasing a new tranche of F-16 fighters, but analysts here warn that it is unclear if or when such a deal could close.
-
Malaysia Denies Interest in JF-17, But Export Hopes Remain
Malaysia’s Defence Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein has denied media reports that the country is considering the Sino-Pakistani JF-17 Thunder as part of its Air Force modernization plans. Analysts nevertheless think the JF-17 is on the cusp of export success.
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Additional F-16s for Pakistan May Hit Hurdles
Additional F-16s from the US remain central to Pakistan’s modernization efforts, but analysts say since there could be hurdles ahead, surplus fighters may be a credible alternative.
-
Little of Substance in Pak-US Strategic Dialogue
The latest Pak-US Strategic Dialogue held this week delivered little of real substance, although there were some surprises and the outcome was generally positive, analysts say.
-
Pakistan Launches Final Drive on Taliban Bastion
Pakistan on Wednesday launched a push on the remaining pockets of Pakistani Taliban (TTP) fighters holed up in the remote Shawal Valley bordering Afghanistan. Though the advance had long been expected, the timing was surprising.
-
Ukrainian Defense Cooperation Push With Pakistan Unrealistic
Ukraine’s efforts to increase its defense relationship with Pakistan are unlikely to succeed due to the turmoil in that country and Pakistan’s growing relationship with Ukraine’s nemesis Russia.
-
What Can Pakistan’s Security Services Learn from University Attack by Taliban?
The attack was carried out by four terrorists armed with AK-47s and grenades that took advantage of thick winter fog to scale a wall to the rear of Bacha Khan University in Charsadda, some 140km from the capital Islamabad.
-
Pakistani Naval Modernization Appears Stalled
Pakistan’s naval modernization program appears stalled, with no discernible progress being made on efforts to modernize and expand the surface and sub-surface fleet.
-
US Congress Moves Against Pakistani F-16 Deal
Congress is reported to have moved to stymie Pakistani efforts to acquire further new build F-16s according to reports in the local media.
-
Pakistan Signs JF-17 Agreement With Sri Lanka
Pakistan and Sri Lanka have signed an agreement for an initial eight JF-17 Thunder multi role combat aircraft.
-
Will Pakistan Land a Deal With US for New F-16s?
Pakistan continues to talk to the US about purchasing a new tranche of F-16 fighters, but analysts here warn that it is unclear if or when such a deal could close.
-
Malaysia Denies Interest in JF-17, But Export Hopes Remain
Malaysia’s Defence Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein has denied media reports that the country is considering the Sino-Pakistani JF-17 Thunder as part of its Air Force modernization plans. Analysts nevertheless think the JF-17 is on the cusp of export success.












