RAWALPINDI: Commander of Royal Bahrain Naval Force Rear Admiral Mohammad Yousif Al Asam on Wednesday called on Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa here at GHQ and acknowledged the professionalism of Pakistan armed forces and vowed to enhance cooperation in various fields.

During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, security situation in Afghanistan and bilateral cooperation in defence and security fields were discussed, said an Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) media release.

Speaking on the occasion, the COAS said: “Pakistan desires to maintain the tradition of bilateral engagement and wish for long term and multi-domain enduring relationship with Bahrain.”

On Afghanistan, the COAS stressed the need for global convergence and sincere efforts to avert a looming humanitarian catastrophe.

He underscored the importance of peace and reconciliation initiatives in Afghanistan.

The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s role in Afghan situation, special efforts for border management and role in regional stability.

Published in Dawn, December 23rd, 2021