Pakistan Army chief reiterates support for Palestinians amid Gaza-Israel war
Pakistan
Military leadership vows to fully support govt's initiatives for economic revival of Pakistan
RAWALPINDI (Dunya News) – Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir said on Tuesday the Palestinian people have unequivocal diplomatic, moral and political support of the Pakistani nation.
Chairing the 260th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at GHQ, COAS said: “…we will continue to support the principled stance of our brethren for enduring resolution of the Palestinian issue and end to the unlawful occupation of their territories and Muslims’ Sacred places”.
The participants of the meeting viewed with concern the developments taking place in Gaza-Israel War and the enormous human cost being imposed on the innocent civilians due to the disproportionate use of force by Israel.
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The conference also took holistic review of the ongoing actions being taken against illegal economic activities.
Top military brass has vowed to fully support the strategic initiatives planned by the government of Pakistan for the revival of the economy by providing all possible support for the overall wellbeing of the people of the country.
COAS emphasised “Pakistan Army will continue to provide all out support to the government and LEAs in taking strict lawful actions against illegal economic activities across the country. Actions against hoarding and smuggling mafias and cartels in different domains will be further strengthened in coming days to rid the country from negative impact of such ill practices”.
It also resolved to fully support the federal government’s decision to repatriate and deport all illegal foreigners from November 1, 2023 onwards.
COAS also directed all concerned to support and facilitate smooth, respectable and safe repatriation/deportation of all illegal foreigners.
He stressed on maintaining high standards of professionalism and motivation during operations and achieving excellence during training of the formations.
Participants also offered Fateha for the martyrs of Mastung, Hangu and Zhob incidents during the Holy month of Rabi’ al-Awwal. Forum also paid rich tribute to the supreme sacrifices being continuously offered by the security forces and Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) in defence of the motherland while fighting the menace of terrorism.
The forum resolved that all terrorists, their facilitators and abettors, working on the behest of hostile forces to destabilise Pakistan will be dealt with unflinching resolve of the state.
Earlier, it was briefed on prevalent geo-strategic environment, challenges to the national security and own strategy in response to evolving threat.
The top commanders reiterated Pakistan Army’s resolve to defend the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Pakistan against all kinds of direct and indirect threats.
