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RAWALPINDI: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa discussed the Afghan peace process and regional security with United Kingdom’s Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS) General Sir Nicholas Patrick Carter.
According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), General Sir Nicholas Patrick Carter, UK’s military chief, called on Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa in Rawalpindi today (Monday).
“Measures to further enhance bilateral and defence cooperation were also discussed in the meeting,” the military’s media wing added. The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s efforts for peace and stability in the region, especially the Afghan peace process.
During the meeting, COAS Bajwa offered his condolences to the UK military chief on the sad demise of Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh and said that the world has lost a highly respected friend.
The COAS also thanked the dignitary for UK’s contribution towards the fight against COVID-19 in Pakistan, saying that the Pakistan Army “greatly values” its friendly relations with the UK.
Earlier on March 24, it was reported that Commander Strategic Command UK General Sir Patrick Nicholas Yardley Monrad Sanders called the COAS where matters pertaining to regional security and professional as well mutual interests were discussed.
