COAS eyes expanded bilateral defence cooperation of Pakistan Germany

COAS eyes expanded bilateral defence cooperation with Germany.

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Friday said Pakistan Army would like to expand bilateral defence cooperation to benefit from German expertise in training and technological advancements.

COAS eyes expanded bilateral defence cooperation of Pakistan Germany

According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) media release, the Army Chief expressed these views during an official visit to Germany.

There he called on Chief of Defence German Army, General Eberhard Zorn.

Director General for Security and Defence Policy at German Ministry of Defence Dr Detlef Waechter, also present on the occasion.

While speaking on the occasion, the COAS said it would have positive impact both on bilateral relationship between two countries as well as on regional security.

During the meeting, mutual cooperation in defence & security domain and bilateral cooperation in various fields came under discussion.

Both sides also discussed matters of mutual interest and regional security situation.

Role of Pakistan hailed

Meanwhile, the German dignitary also commended the role of Pakistan for regional peace and security.

Moreover, he lauded the efforts of Pakistan Army in battling the scourge of terrorism and bringing peace and stability in the region, especially Pakistan’s role in the Afghan Peace Process.

Both sides pledged to further expand defence and security cooperation at all levels.

Earlier on arrival at Ministry of Defence, the COAS also laid wreath on the monument.

A smartly turned out military contingent presented a Guard of Honour.

GTV