| General Qamar Javed Bajwa says world community’s support for Afghanistan imperative for enduring peace | Close cooperation amongst all regional stakeholders essential for peaceful region: CCC
ISLAMABAD - Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Friday reiterating Pakistan’s firm commitment to peace said that constructive engagement and sustained humanitarian support for Afghanistan by the world community was imperative for enduring peace and stability.
The Army Chief expressed these views while chairing the 243rd Corps Commanders’ Conference here at GHQ. According to a press release issued by the Director General Inter-Services Public Relations Major General Babar Iftikhar, the participants took comprehensive review of global, regional and domestic security environment.
The forum was apprised on prevalent situation in Afghanistan, especially security along Pak-Afghan border and effective safeguards in place against various threats.
COAS expressed satisfaction over efficacy of the comprehensive border management regime due to which Pakistan’s borders and internal security remained intact amid a crisis situation in the region.
COAS appreciated Army’s support and role towards the overall evacuation and transit related effort undertaken in support of evacuation of foreign and Afghan populace from Afghanistan to other countries.
Close cooperation amongst all regional stakeholders was essential for a prosperous and peaceful region, the Forum emphasised. “The designs of external and internal forces inimical to peace and stability in Pakistan should be thwarted at all costs, the COAS concluded.
The forum also paid homage to Syed Ali Shah Geelani for his lifelong struggle and sacrifices as leader of the indigenous Freedom Movement in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJ&K) and expressed solidarity with Kashmiri people who continue facing Indian state oppression and violence.
COAS appreciated formations for their efforts for conducting Muharram in a peaceful manner and instructed complete readiness to counter conventional and non-conventional threats.
Qatari Foreign Affairs Minister calls on COAS
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the state of Qatar Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Friday.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Directorate, during the meeting, matters of mutual interest, regional security situation especially current situation in Afghanistan and cooperation in various fields were discussed.
Speaking on the occasion, the COAS reiterated the shared resolve of extending humanitarian assistance for Afghans. He said that Pakistan remains committed to working with its international partners for peace in the region and ensuring a stable and prosperous future for the people of Afghanistan.
The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s role in successful evacuation operations from Afghanistan, efforts for regional stability and pledged to play their role for further improvement in diplomatic cooperation with Pakistan at all levels, according to the press statement.
Meanwhile, Foreign Minister of Spain Mr Jose Manuel Albares Bueno called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at GHQ on Friday.
During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, regional security situation including latest situation in Afghanistan and enhanced bilateral & defence cooperation were discussed. Both sides reiterated the combined resolve for provision of humanitarian aid and assistance to the Afghan people.
The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s role in successful evacuation operations from Afghanistan, efforts for regional stability and pledged to play their role for further improvement in diplomatic cooperation with Pakistan at all levels.