New Delhi: In an effort to give further impetus to bilateral military ties, Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa will be embarking on a four-day visit to Israel on Monday.The ACM would attend a conference themed 'Air Superiority as a Bridge to Regional Stability', as part of 70th anniversary celebrations of the Israel Air Force.
The conference will enable strategic dialogue between Israel's highest leadership, innovative thinkers and the invited Air Force Commanders, IAF Spokesperson Wing Commander Anupam Banerjee said.Israel has been India's strategic partner in defence. Both the Air Forces have been undertaking mutually beneficial professional exchange programs over the years.
The IAF chief is expected to meet and interact with Chiefs and Senior Commanders of Air Forces from over 20 countries attending the event.In addition to the professional interaction during the conference, ACM Dhanoa will also be visiting bases of the Israel Air Force, monuments of Israeli military aviation and cultural heritage.(UNI)