RAWALPINDI: Commander Iraqi Navy Lieutenant General Ahmed Jasim Maarij Abdullah Al Zayid called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa and acknowledged professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces.

During meeting, matters of mutual interest, regional security issues and measures to further enhance bilateral defence collaboration were discussed, an Inter Services Public Relations news release said.

COAS said, “Pakistan values its brotherly relationship with Iraq and acknowledged sacrifices rendered by Iraqi nation in fighting terrorism.”

He also said that terrorism was a global threat which had potential of destabilising region that needed a well-coordinated response.

Visiting dignitary also offered his condolence on loss of precious lives during Heli crash in Balochistan.

He appreciated Pakistan’s role in regional stability and also pledged to enhance military cooperation between two forces.

Published in The Daily National Courier, August, 11 2022

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