On an official tour, COAS Asim Munir departs for the United States
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Syed Asim Munir, has embarked on an official visit to the USA, as announced by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement. This marks General Syed Asim Munir's first visit to the USA in his capacity as COAS.
During his visit, General Syed Asim Munir is slated to hold meetings with senior military officials and other government dignitaries in the USA. Notably, the visit follows the recent two-day trip of the United States Special Representative for Afghanistan, Thomas West, who engaged in discussions with Pakistan's top civil and military leadership concerning the security threat posed by the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and issues related to Afghan refugees.
Thomas West, in a statement on the social media platform X after his visit, described it as "productive" and highlighted important conversations with caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani, Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir, Special Representative on Afghanistan Asif Durrani, and MOI Secretary Durrani. The discussions revolved around the serious security challenges presented by TTP and the imperative to address issues related to the protection of Afghan refugees.
West emphasized the United States' solidarity with Pakistan in countering terrorism in the region and expressed gratitude for close communication with Islamabad on refugee protection matters, emphasizing collaboration with international organizations and advocating for humane and dignified treatment.
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