ISLAMABAD - Commander of Azerbaijan Naval Forces Rear Admiral Subhan Bakirov called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at GHQ on Tuesday.

“During the meeting matters of mutual interest including defence, training, security cooperation between both countries and overall regional security situation were discussed,” says a press release issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (Directorate) following the meeting. 

COAS said that Pakistan values its brotherly relations with Azerbaijan and also offered all possible assistance and cooperation in development and defence related fields.

COAS also commended thorough professionalism and valour of Azribajan Forces. Both sides reaffirmed their determination to work together for enhancing diplomatic / security cooperation in various fields. The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s support to Azerbaijan and its sincere efforts for bringing peace and stability in the region, especially the Afghan Peace Process.