NewsDecember 07, 2017
PAF to continue its journey of indigenization: Air Chief
ISLAMABAD: Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal, Sohail Aman on Thursday termed the indigenously produced JF-17 Thunder a symbol of national pride and said that Pakistan Air Force (PAF)would continue its journey of indigenization to further improve country’s defensive capabilities.
He was speaking as chief guest at the opening ceremony of Air Tech Conference and Techno Show at Air University, Islamabad.
Air Vice Marshal (Retd), Faaiz Amir, Vice Chancellor of Air University was also present at the occasion.
The distinguished speakers gave presentations on different aspects of science and technology during the opening session of the conference.
The Air Chief said that Pakistan’s future was bright as the country’s youth were full of talent.
“We need to groom and guide them properly,” he said.
He said that Pakistani nation and the armed forces had fought the war against terrorists with supreme courage and determination, while rendering great sacrifices, which had resulted in wiping out this menace from the country.
Over three thousand students from around hundred educational institutions would present their projects in the four-day conference.
Competitions in 26 different disciplines including photography, aero modelling and robotics etc will also be held during the grand event.
The main objective of the conference is to highlight the importance of technology in the progress of the nation and offering opportunities to the talented students to showcase their hidden talent at both national and international levels.
A science exhibition, followed by a thrilling aero modelling show at F-9 Park, Islamabad will also be held on the last day of the conference.
Courtesy www.thenews.com.pk
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