Army chief, Qatari deputy PM discuss regional security
Last updated on: 20 October,2018 11:21 am
Army chief reiterated to continue efforts for peace in the region.
RAWALPINDI (Dunya News) – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Saturday has met Qatari deputy Prime Minister at GHQ in Rawalpindi.
During the meeting, matters related to mutual cooperation and regional security were discussed. Army chief reiterated to continue efforts for peace in the region.
The Qatari deputy PM lauded Pakistan’s strategies regarding war on terrorism.
Earlier, Army Chief General Bajwa visited Italy and called on Italian Defence Minister, Chief of Italian Army and the Secretary General of Defence.
Talks focused on enhancing bilateral defence and security cooperation including potential joint initiatives. Italian leadership was highly appreciative of the role played by Pakistan in regional stability and also towards global security.
They maintained that Pakistan is well on its way towards a prosperous future and that Italy and Pakistan will benefit by building on the existing relationship between the two countries.
During the stay, COAS was also presented demonstrations of Italian defence capabilities both for land and amphibious operations. He also interacted with representatives of Pakistani community and the Italian defence industry.