Pakistan's Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, landed in Ankara on Monday for a two-day official visit, state media confirmed. The trip comes amid a flurry of high-level exchanges between the two allies, with the army chief expected to meet both military and political leaders. Main Developments State-run Radio Pakistan reported that Munir received a “warm welcome” upon arrival, citing security sources. The CDF will hold “important” meetings with Turkiye's top military brass and political leadership, the same sources said. Pakistan Television and APP also confirmed the visit and the scheduled talks. No official itinerary has been released, but defence cooperation and regional security are expected to dominate the agenda. Read also: Lahore Court Extends Pre-Arrest Bail in Actress Harassment Case Background Last month, General Metin Tokel, commander of the Turkish Land Forces, visited Pakistan and met Munir. The two discussed regional security dynamics and ways to enhance bilateral defence cooperation, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). General Tokel also held separate meetings with Pakistan's naval and air chiefs during that visit. The exchanges underscore a deepening military-to-military relationship between Islamabad and Ankara. Why It Matters Pakistan and Turkiye have long maintained close defence ties, and high-level visits like this signal continued alignment on security issues. The talks come as both nations navigate shifting regional dynamics, from Afghanistan to the broader Middle East. Earlier this month, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif visited Turkiye for economic and trade cooperation, highlighting the multi-layered nature of the bilateral relationship. Defence collaboration remains a cornerstone of the partnership. What's Next Munir's itinerary over the two days is expected to include meetings with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and senior military commanders. Observers will watch for any joint statements or agreements emerging from the talks. The visit also raises the possibility of follow-up exchanges, including Turkish military delegations travelling to Pakistan later this year. Both sides are likely to focus on concrete defence projects and intelligence-sharing mechanisms.