General Syed Asim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff, met with President Asif Ali Zardari in Islamabad. During the meeting, General Munir congratulated President Zardari on assuming the roles of President of Pakistan and Commander of the Armed Forces, extending his best wishes for success during his tenure.
General Munir briefed President Zardari on the ongoing military operations against terrorism and emphasized the preparedness against conventional threats. He also discussed the army’s involvement in various development projects, particularly in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa regions.
President Zardari commended the armed forces of Pakistan for their exemplary service in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. He reaffirmed the nation’s determination to combat terrorism using all available national resources.
Furthermore, President Zardari expressed concern over baseless allegations made by certain political entities against the military and its leadership for their own political gains. He assured that such elements would be dealt with firmly.
Overall, the meeting underscored the commitment of both the military and the government to address national security challenges and promote development initiatives across Pakistan.