Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu says that when India attacked Pakistan’s sovereignty, the Air Force shot down its most advanced aircraft. If our national sovereignty is challenged again, our enemy will find the Pakistan Air Force much stronger and better prepared.
Addressing the ceremony at the Risalpur Academy, he said that the presence of Saudi cadets at the PAF Academy is a symbol of strong friendship and cooperation between the two great countries and their armed forces. You have been made the trustee of the sacred cause of defending the air borders of the motherland.
He said that the hopes of the entire nation rest on your young shoulders. The nation and the armed forces of Pakistan have set a wonderful example of unity and defeated the enemy despite his numerical superiority.
Graduation Parade – PAF Academy Asghar Khan, Risalpur. Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force attends as chief guest.@DGPR_PAF #GradutaionParade #PAF #PakAirforce #PakistanTV #PakistanTVGlobal pic.twitter.com/iEULAFS2Vy
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He said that the decisive victory achieved in the Battle of Haq was the result of the united character of all elements of national power and above all the special blessings of Allah Almighty. The victory of the Battle of Haq was the result of the coordination of the three forces, aggressive decision-making and the leadership of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir.
Air Chief has said that when Pakistan’s sovereignty was attacked, the Pakistan Air Force, while maintaining the traditional legacy of fighting in small numbers, shot down the most advanced aircraft of the enemy.
He said that our actions and operations were effective as well as balanced and appropriate. Our aim was to establish peace with honor. Never before has the world seen such a bold use of air power, which was integrated with specific technologies.
“We will never allow any harm to come to Pakistan’s integrity.”-Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar Sidhu’s address at the event.
He also paid a very high tribute to the Chief of Defence Staff Field Marshal General Asim Munir which shows the unity.— Dr Shama Junejo (@ShamaJunejo) December 2, 2025
He said that the recent conflict has set a textbook example for modern-day air combat. In 2025, once again, the Pakistan Air Force proved its professionalism and superiority in all fields.
The Chief of the Pakistan Air Force said that we have structured our operational doctrine according to war concepts and strategies, which took into account the limitations of financial resources and the availability of technologies.
The Pakistan Air Force has adopted a very aggressive and creative strategy of innovation. The Pakistan Air Force has inducted several modern fighter aircraft and technologies in record time through its Smart Induction Program.
He said that I pay tribute to every individual of the Pakistan Air Force for their professional conduct and hard work in difficult conditions. The Pakistan Air Force, along with all the forces, defended the homeland with bravery and harmony.
The entire nation is proud of the courage and bravery of the Pakistan Air Force. This victory is a testament to the firm resolve of our national leadership. The performance of the Pakistan Air Force is a testament to its professionalism.
Air Chief said that Pakistan is a peaceful country and wants to maintain friendly relations with all. As a responsible nuclear power, our relations have further strengthened with major global and regional powers.
Pakistan’s national leadership and armed forces, along with our brave and determined nation, are determined to protect the country’s ideological, geographical and air borders at all costs.
The trust of the people of Pakistan in their armed forces is unparalleled, earned through decades of selfless service, sacrifice and unwavering commitment to the defense of the nation.
It is pertinent to mention that Pakistan Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu will continue as the head of the Air Force for another five-year term starting March 2026.
