Pakistan's defense manufacturing sector has surged into overdrive since its jets, drones and missiles gained the prized "combat-tested" label in a conflict with India last year, drawing strong interest from prospective buyers.
Islamabad has held talks with 13 countries, six to eight of which are in an advanced stage, for deals involving JF-17 jets made jointly with China as well as training aircraft, drones and weapons systems, said three Pakistani sources who have knowledge βof defense sales.
Pakistan's military and defense ministry did not provide details on any βdeals, but the country's defense production minister confirmed that several countries were interested in jets and other military equipment.
Analysts believe countries are searching for new supply chains following disruptions caused by the war in Ukraine and conflict in the Middle East.
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