Pakistan wants peaceful, close ties with its neighbours: COAS Gen Bajwa

Pakistan wants peaceful, close ties with its neighbours: COAS Gen Bajwa

Rawalpindi (Web Desk): Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Wednesday said that Pakistan wanted peaceful and close ties with its neighbours, the military's media wing said on Wednesday.

According to a statement by the Inter-Services Public Relations, the army chief expressed these views during a meeting with Commander Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force Brigadier General Pilot Hamid Vahedi at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi.

"Matters of mutual interest, regional security situation and bilateral cooperation between the two countries were discussed during the meeting," statement said.

The COAS said that Pakistan wants peaceful and close ties with its neighbors. He further stressed on the need for collective efforts towards regional stability.

Both sides agreed to enhance cooperation in defence and security fields.

As per the ISPR statement, the visiting dignitary acknowledged the professionalism of Pakistan’s armed forces and vowed to enhance cooperation in various fields.

He also appreciated Pakistan’s role in the Afghan situation and effective border management measures.