Field Marshal Asim Munir, Libyan military commander discuss defence cooperation

RAWALPINDI: Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Arab Armed Forces Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar called on Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at the General Headquarters (GHQ) on Wednesday, where both sides discussed regional security and defence cooperation.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the visiting dignitary was presented with a guard of honour by a smartly turned-out tri-services contingent upon his arrival at GHQ.

During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, regional security dynamics, defence cooperation and opportunities to further enhance military-to-military collaboration.

Both sides underscored the importance of strengthening bilateral defence ties and expanding cooperation in the fields of professional military training and security.

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Field Marshal Asim Munir reaffirmed the Pakistan Army’s commitment to promoting peace, regional stability and constructive engagement with friendly countries.

Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar appreciated the professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their contribution to regional peace and security.