Pakistan’s CDF Asim Munir visits Quetta Garrison, interacts with officers and troops

ISLAMABAD, May 19 : Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir on Tuesday visited Quetta Garrison, where he interacted with officers and troops of formations deployed in the restive Balochistan province.

During his visit, Field Marshal Munir also addressed student officers and faculty members at Command and Staff College, Quetta, according to a statement by the army.

The Field Marshal interacted with officers and troops of formations deployed in Balochistan, highlighting the contours of the prevailing security environment, it added.

Munir reaffirmed that Pakistan Armed Forces remain fully committed to the eradication of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.

He claimed that “hostile forces attempting to derail Pakistan’s progress through proxies and propaganda will ultimately fail due to the resilience of the state and the unity of its people”.

Underscoring the importance of sustainable peace and stability in Balochistan, he highlighted that long-term progress depends upon a people-centric approach, inclusive development and improved governance alongside security efforts.

He appreciated the ongoing efforts of the Government of Balochistan focused on public welfare, socio-economic uplift and strengthening the bond between the state and the people of the province.

Munir also appreciated the high morale, operational readiness and professional commitment of officers and troops in maintaining peace, stability and the writ of the state in the troubled province. (PTI)