CAIRO: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Nadeem Raza called on Egyptian President General Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi.
According to Inter-Services Public relations, matters of bilateral military cooperation including security, counter-terrorism and prevailing regional environment were discussed during the meetings.
The Egyptian President conveyed his feelings of high esteem for the Pakistan Armed Forces and said that he valued brotherly relations between both the countries.
Chairman JCSC also reiterated that Pakistan is keen to expand its existing bilateral military cooperation with Egypt. The dignitaries lauded the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their sacrifices in the fight against terrorism, the military’s press wing added.
Chairman JCSC also had separate meetings with General Mohamed Ahmed Zaki, Minister of Defence & Commander-in-Chief of Egyptian Armed Forces and Chiefs of the Tri-Services.
General Nadeem led the second round of Defence and Security Talks. He highlighted the positive role of Pakistan in countering violent extremism, regional stability, connectivity and its impact on the region and beyond.
He also shared Pakistan’s contributions and efforts for peace and stability in Afghanistan. Earlier upon arrival at Ministry of Defence, Chairman JCSC was presented Guard of Honour by a smartly turned out contingent of Egyptian Armed Forces.
