Speech by the CDF Munir to the participating staff of the 2025-26 academic year. PHOTO: ISPR
Chief of Defense Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir emphasized that “Pakistan-bound promotion cannot be obstructed through propaganda, fake news or externally sponsored terrorism”, during his visit to Quetta Garrison on Tuesday, where he addressed “student officers and faculty members at Command and Staff College Quetta”, the army’s media wing said.
According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), he “reiterated that hostile forces trying to derail Pakistan’s progress through proxies and propaganda will ultimately fail due to the resilience of the State and the unity of its people.”
“During his address, the Field Marshal appreciated the high standards of training, intellectual rigor and professionalism that remain the hallmark of Command and Staff College, Quetta,” ISPR said.
“He noted with satisfaction that the university’s graduates have continued to distinguish themselves through their exceptional performance and dedication to the profession,” the statement said.
CDF Munir highlighted the rapidly transformative nature of modern warfare and emphasized the importance of keeping pace with emerging technologies, multi-domain operations, tri-service synergy and future challenges on the battlefield, he said.
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ISPR said: “He advised officers to continuously train themselves and their troops to respond effectively to the changing character of warfare while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, preparedness and operational excellence.”
Later the field marshal interacted with officers and troops of the large units deployed in Balochistan. Highlighting the contours of the prevailing security environment, he reaffirmed that the Pakistan Armed Forces, with the strong support of the people, remain fully committed to eradicating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, the army’s media wing said.
The Field Marshal also underlined the importance of sustainable peace and stability in Balochistan, saying that long-term progress depended on a people-centric approach, inclusive development and better governance along with security measures, the statement added.
He appreciated the continuous efforts of the Government of Balochistan focusing on public welfare, socio-economic improvement and strengthening the bond between the state and the people of the province, ISPR said.
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CDF Munir also appreciated the high morale, operational preparedness and professional commitment of the officers and troops towards maintaining peace, stability and the mandate of the State in Balochistan.
Earlier, upon his arrival in Quetta, the Field Marshal was received by the Quetta Corps Commander, the statement concluded.
