Rawalpindi (TDI): Pakistan and Tajikistan have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening defense and security cooperation to promote lasting peace and stability in the region.
The pledge came during a meeting between Colonel General Sobirzoda Emomali Abdulrahim, Tajikistan’s Defense Minister, and General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), held at the Joint Staff Headquarters in Rawalpindi.
Both sides discussed wide range of matters of bilateral interest especially prevailing global and regional security environment.
They also reviewed measures aimed at further enhancing the scope and level of military cooperation between the two countries.
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The Chairman JCSC highlighted that Pakistan and Tajikistan, as brotherly nations, remain constructively engaged in strengthening and expanding their defense relations and to promote peace and stability in the region.
General Sobirzoda Emomali Abdulrahim lauded the professionalism and achievements of the Pakistan Armed Forces in counterterrorism and peace efforts.
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Earlier, a tri-services contingent presented a Guard of Honour to the visiting dignitary upon his arrival at the headquarters.
Sohail Majeed
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