Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Wednesday said that Pakistan stands for peace within and all around and is ready to act as a bridge between the regions.
According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the COAS visited National Defence University (NDU), Islamabad.
Addressing the participants of National Security and War Course (NSWC) – 21, Gen Bajwa said “Pakistan stands for peace within and all around, as it looks forward to acting as a bridge between regions,” he added.
Expressing resolute support to the people of IIOJ&K, COAS stressed a peaceful and durable solution of the Kashmir issue in line with relevant UN resolutions and aspirations of the Kashmiri people.
The COAS highlighted the need for continuous evaluation of existing doctrine and corresponding strategy to effectively deal with the evolving threats in various domains.
He termed professionalism, competence and devotion to duty as hallmarks of the Pakistan Army and emphasized realistic and futuristic training for maintaining perpetual operational readiness.
“Force modernization and induction of advanced technologies are imperative for maintaining qualitative edge over the adversary,” COAS remarked.
Congratulating the participants on the successful completion of their course, he advised them to stay focused on attaining professional excellence while remaining abreast with revolutionary advancements in warfare that are redefining national security.
Earlier on arrival, the Army Chief was received by Lieutenant General Muhammad Saeed; President NDU.