Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir on Monday said externally sponsored terrorism, propaganda and disinformation campaigns cannot obstruct Pakistan’s destined rise.
In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said he visited Quetta to interact with officers and faculty members at Command and Staff College, adding he had also met officers and troops of formations deployed in Balochistan.
During his address at the Staff College, the Army chief appreciated the institution’s high standards of training, intellectual rigor and professionalism. He noted that its graduates had consistently distinguished themselves through exceptional performance and commitment to the profession.
Highlighting the rapidly evolving nature of modern warfare, the field marshal stressed the importance of keeping pace with emerging technologies, multi-domain operations, tri-services synergy and future battlefield challenges. He advised officers to continuously train themselves and their troops to effectively respond to the changing character of war while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, preparedness and operational excellence.
Interacting with officers and troops, the Army chief reviewed the prevailing security environment and reaffirmed that the Pakistan Armed Forces, with the support of the people, remained fully committed to eradicating terrorism across the country. He said hostile forces attempting to derail Pakistan’s progress through proxies and propaganda would ultimately fail, asserting the resilience of the state and unity of its people.
Emphasizing the importance of lasting peace and stability in Balochistan, he said sustainable progress depended on a people-centric approach, inclusive development and improved governance alongside security measures. He also appreciated the efforts of the Government of Balochistan aimed at public welfare, socio-economic development and strengthening ties between the state and the people of the province.
The CDF further praised the high morale, operational preparedness and professional commitment of officers and troops in maintaining peace, stability and the writ of the state in Balochistan.
Earlier, upon his arrival in Quetta, the military’s media wing said he was received by the commander of Quetta Corps.