Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, who is currently on an official visit to the United States, was called on key American government and military’s officials.
Those officials included Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of Defence General Lloyd J. Austin (Retired), Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland, Deputy National Security Adviser Jonathan Finer and Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff General Charles Q Brown.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), matters of bilateral interests, global and regional security issues, and ongoing conflicts were discussed during the meetings.
Both sides agreed to continue engagement for exploring potential avenues of bilateral collaboration in pursuit of shared interests.
During the meetings with defence officials, counter terrorism cooperation and defence collaboration were identified as core areas of cooperation.
Both sides reiterated the intent to increase interaction and explore ways to expand the scope of mutually beneficial engagements.
The Army Chief underscored the importance of understanding each other’s perspectives on regional security issues and developments affecting strategic stability in South Asia.
In this context, the COAS especially highlighted the importance of resolving the Kashmir Issue in accordance with international law and relevant UNSC resolutions.
He also interacted with the Pakistani overseas community in a reception hosted by Embassy of Pakistan.
The COAS met members of the Pakistani community and appreciated the positive role being played by Pakistani diaspora towards the country’s progress and development.
During interaction, topics of varying dimensions were discussed and COAS appreciated efforts of Pakistani Diaspora.
He also welcomed & encouraged the diaspora to invest through SIFC which is already yielding success in various dimensions.
The Army Chief said “Pakistani diaspora anywhere around the world is held in high regard as they are ambassadors of Pakistan and contribute significantly to Pakistan in varying domains.
He also met Tanweer Ahmed who had graciously donated $ 9 million for NUST in the field of IT development in Pakistan.
The COAS appreciated him and said Pakistan is proud of heroes like him.
