Federal Cabinet Approves Defence Cooperation Agreement with Kuwait

ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet has ratified a defence cooperation agreement between Pakistan and Kuwait, as announced in a handout from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) on Wednesday.

The agreement, which aims to enhance collaboration in the defence sector between the two nations, was initially signed on June 11, 2023, and subsequently ratified by the Kuwaiti government on July 19. The PMO emphasized the importance of this agreement in strengthening ties between the two brotherly countries.

This development signifies a commitment to bolster defence relations, which could lead to increased military collaboration and joint exercises, thereby enhancing regional security. The agreement is expected to facilitate institutional linkages and knowledge sharing between the armed forces of both nations.

Looking ahead, officials from both countries are likely to engage in further discussions to outline specific initiatives under this agreement, aiming to operationalize the terms and enhance mutual defence capabilities.