Kayani stresses balance between development and defence
Chief of Army Staff General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani visited Command and Staff College Quetta on Friday.
QUETTA (Dunya News) - Addressing the participants of Command and Staff Course, the COAS said that for meaningful and sustainable progress, a nation has to strike the right balance between the requirements of development and defence.
It is the duty of the Armed Forces to maintain adequate capabilities and readiness to fulfill the tasks assigned, he said.
The COAS said that no Army operates in a vacuum, rather it draws upon the support of the nation to conduct its tasks in a manner that it contributes to the fulfillment of national polices, interests and aspirations.
He stressed upon the participants to serve the nation through excellence in profession, dedication and commitment.
Earlier, on arrival at Quetta, COAS was received by Lieutenant General Muhammad Alam Khattak, Commander Quetta Corps.
