: Pakistan’s defense industry has scored a major victory with a massive $1.5 billion agreement to supply military hardware to Sudan. Simultaneously, the country is deepening its economic footprint in Southeast Asia through a new pact with Indonesia.
- Sudan Defense Package: The deal reportedly includes the supply of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets, Karakoram-8 (K-8) light attack aircraft, and over 200 drones. This export agreement highlights Pakistan’s growing capability in producing advanced military technology and aims to bolster Sudan’s defense infrastructure amidst its internal challenges.
- Indonesia Trade Pact: On the diplomatic front, Pakistan and Indonesia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to form a Joint Trade Committee (JTC). This body will focus on removing trade barriers and exploring new avenues to increase bilateral trade volume, solidifying the economic partnership between the two Muslim-majority nations.