Peace in Afghanistan means peace in Pakistan, reiterates COAS

ISLAMABAD - Afghanistan’s Ambassador to Pakistan Mr Najibullah Ali Khil called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at GHQ on Thursday.

“During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, regional security situation including Afghan peace process, enhanced bilateral security and defence cooperation and effective border management between the two brotherly countries were discussed,” says a press release issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Directorate following the meeting.

COAS reiterated that peace in Afghanistan means peace in Pakistan. “Our sole aim is helping Afghans achieve a peaceful, sovereign, democratic, stable and prosperous Afghanistan,” Pakistan Army’s media wing quoted Gen Qamar Javed as saying during the meeting.

The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s contributions for conflict prevention in the region and relentless support provided in Afghan peace process.

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