Islamabad:
The head of the Army staff (COAS), Syed also Munir, praised the president of the United States, Donald Trump, on Sunday for his efforts to stop “many wars”, including the fire corridor between Pakistan and India in May.
The Army Chief, who is in an official visit to the United States, maintained high -level commitments with the high -level American political and military leadership, as well as the Pakistani diaspora, according to a statement issued here by public relations between services (ISPR).
In statements to the Pakistani Americans, the Army Chief said that Pakistan achieved notable successes in the diplomatic front, while praising President Trump’s leadership for helping to avoid wars and create opportunities for a renewed bilateral commitment. The Army Chief described the Pakistani abroad as the strength of the country, calling their role as a “brain gain” instead of a brain leak. He said that the ideas, priorities and global connections of the new generation were a valuable national asset, with the potential to accelerate the progress of Pakistan.
He stressed that the prosperity of the nation was closely linked to his global diaspora. He also said that an early commercial agreement of Pakistan-United States would bring foreign investment to the country.
Highlighting the demographic advantage of Pakistan, the COA pointed out that 64% of its population were under 30 years old. He urged the expatriates to use their resources and influence to channel investment in the country, adding that national development was inseparable from world participation.
On the security and regional problems, the head of the Army reiterated that Pakistan not sympathy with the terrorists and was committed to bringing them to justice.
He expressed concern about the Wing of Research and Analysis of India (RAW) involved in terrorism acts, warning that such activities were a great concern. He averaged a quick and forceful response to any Indian aggression.
Reaffirming Pakistan’s position on Jammu and Kashmir, the Army Chief said it was not an internal matter of India, but an internationally recognized dispute, echoing the description of Quaid-I-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah as “Vina and Juular Vena” of Pakistan.
Previously, the Army Chief attended the retirement ceremony of the United States Central Command (Centom), General Michael E Kurilla in Tampa, and the Command Change Ceremony for Admiral Brad Cooper, who has taken over the role.
The CoA praised the role of the outgoing commander in the strengthening of bilateral military cooperation and expressed their confidence in continuous collaboration under the new leadership.
He also met with the president of the General Chiefs of General Staff Dan Caine, discussing matters of mutual professional interest and inviting him to visit Pakistan. On the margin, the head of the Army interacted with chiefs of defense of other friendly countries.
While they were heading to the members of the Pakistani diaspora, the COA urged them to stay optimistic about Pakistan’s future and contribute to attract investments to the country. The expatriates, in turn, promised to support Pakistan’s progress.
The visit occurs only two months after the high profile trip of the Army Chief to Washington, where he met with the president of the United States, Donald Trump, and senior administration officials. That visit, seen as a significant step to emphasize the ties of Islamabad-Washington, took place in the context of a cooling in relations between the United States and India.
Observers say that renewed military contacts to military could pave the way for broader cooperation, particularly in regional security and anti -terrorism efforts. According to sources, security cooperation between Pakistan and the United States has never been as strong as at this time.
Unlike the previous Biden administration, the current US dispensation. Uu. It has a more open approach to Pakistan. A growing realization has been carried out in the Trump administration that Pakistan, unlike perception, has shown a great will to work with Washington.
On the other hand, the opinion about India in Washington has changed dramatically, since many US officials see their arrogant and less receptive Indian counterparts to the problems of concerns.
