-Visits field training area near Kotli
-Lauds Qatari assistance to Pakistan in various domains
RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Wednesday visited field training area near Kotli and expressed satisfaction over combat readiness of troops, said Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
According to the military’s media wing, the army chief was briefed about conduct modalities of a corps level exercise ‘Taskheer-e-Jabal’.
Appreciating dedication and professionalism of participating troops, COAS General Qamar Javed Bajwa expressed satisfaction over combat readiness of the formation.
“Rigorous training and continued practice of operational drills are imperative for effective response to wide ranging threats,” the COAS emphasized.
The exercise is aimed at enhancing operational preparedness of formations, encompassing defensive and offensive tasks during various contingencies within an operational cycle.
The troops and units participating in exercise will rehearse various defensive and offensive manoeuvres in the mountainous terrain, said ISPR. Upon his arrival, the army chief was received by Corps Commander Lieutenant General Azhar Abbas.
Earlier in the day, Gen. Bajwa while acknowledging positive trajectory of Pakistan, Qatar relationship appreciated Qatar’s support to Pakistan in various domains.
The Army Chief extended his appreciation to Chairman of Pakistan-Qatar Takaful Insurance Company and Member of the Ruling Family of State of Qatar Sheikh Ali Bin Abdullah Thani J. Al Thani who called on the COAS, said an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) news release.
During the meeting matters of mutual interest, regional security situation including recent developments in Afghan Peace Process and bilateral cooperation in various fields were discussed.
The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s contributions for conflict prevention in the region and expressed desire for enhanced Pakistan-Qatar bilateral collaboration.–ISPR
