Pakistan, Turkiye agree to augment military cooperation

Pakistan, Turkiye agree to augment military cooperation

Rawalpindi (Web Desk): Commander Turkish Land Forces General Musa Avsever called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi and acknowledged the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces, the military's media wing said on Tuesday.

According to a statement by the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), matters of mutual and professional interest with special emphasis on defence and security collaboration between the two brotherly countries were discussed during the meeting.

"We highly value our brotherly relations with Turkiye which are deeply rooted in history and entrenched in our cultural and religious affinities," COAS Bajwa said.

Both the sides agreed to further optimize military to military ties particularly in training and counter-terrorism domains.

The visiting dignitary vowed to enhance cooperation in various fields and also pledged to play his role for further improvements in diplomatic cooperation with Pakistan at all levels.