-Commander Iraqi Navy meets COAS, CNS | Acknowledges Pakistan Armed Forces’ professionalism
Staff Report
ISLAMABAD: Commander of Iraqi Navy Lieutenant General Ahmed Jasim Maarij Abdullah Al Zayid Wednesday called on Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi here at Naval Headquarters (NHQ) and appreciated Pakistan Navy’s efforts and initiatives in support of collaborative maritime security in the region.
Upon arrival at Naval Headquarters, the commander was received by the Naval Chief and was presented Guard of Honour and was introduced to Principal Staff Officers at Naval Headquarters, a Pakistan Navy news release said.
During the meeting, matters of mutual interest including bilateral collaborations and regional maritime security milieu were discussed.
The Naval Chief highlighted Pakistan Navy initiative of Regional Maritime Security Patrols for ensuring maritime security and peace in the region. Later, the Iraqi commander was given detailed briefing on Pakistan Navy roles and operational capabilities.
It is expected that the recent visit of Commander of Iraqi Navy will further enhance bilateral collaboration between the two countries.
Later, Ahmed Jasim called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa and acknowledged the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces.
During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, regional security issues and measures to further enhance bilateral defence collaboration were discussed, an Inter Services Public Relations news release said.
The COAS said, “Pakistan values its brotherly relationship with Iraq and acknowledged sacrifices rendered by Iraqi nation in fighting terrorism.”
He also said that terrorism was a global threat which had the potential of destabilising the region that needed a well coordinated response.
The visiting dignitary also offered his condolence on the loss of precious lives during Heli crash in Balochistan.
He appreciated Pakistan’s role in regional stability and also pledged to enhance military cooperation between the two forces.
