WEB DESK: The Chief of Army Staff Gen Syed Asim Munir reaffirmed commitment to safeguarding the country against all internal and external threats.
The Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir, while addressing Azadi Parade at the Pakistan Military Academy (PML) in Kakul on the occasion Independence day has stated that Pakistan stand ready togive swift and severe response to any aggression by the enemy.
Army Chief said that the nation has consistently emerged stronger from challenges with mutual trust between the populace and the armed forces. He warned against disunity and fragmentation which can undermine internal stability and pave the way for external aggression.
The army chief assured that the unwavering trust of the nation on its armed forces remains the country’s most valuable asset.
Syed Asim Munir said the country was not merely created to exist, but to achieve prominence on the global stage. He underscored the importance of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s call for collective nation-building and reiterated his respect and tribute to the leaders, martyrs, and veterans of Pakistan.
The chief of army staff lauded Pakistan’s strategic position and its potential and attributed the nation’s bright future to its abundant natural resources, hardworking populace, and determined youth. He also commended the Pakistan Army and law-enforcement agencies for their successful counter-terrorism efforts and sacrifices.
Turning towards Pakistan’s Army’s counter-terrorism and peace efforts, the army chief expressed concern over the resurgence of terrorism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to extremist actions and reaffirmed the stance that those who reject both Islamic law and the Constitution of Pakistan cannot be considered Pakistanis.
He praised the bravery and sacrifices of the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and emphasised that their contributions are deeply valued by the entire nation.
Talking about Balochistan, the army chief highlighted the importance of continued support for the people of Balochistan and the role of the Pakistan Army in ensuring the province’s stability and development.
About regional countries, the army chief expressed gratitude to allied nations such as China, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Turkiye for their unwavering support to Pakistan in every hour of difficulty.
In his concluding remarks, the army chief reminded the audience of the sacrifices made for freedom and reaffirmed support for the people of the occupied Jammu and Kashmir in their struggle for right to self-determination.
