Pakistan
Archbishop of Canterbury calls on COAS Bajwa
Justin Welby, Gen Bajwa discuss matters of mutual interest, religious and inter-faith harmony during meeting
Rawalpindi: Honorary Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury (ABC), Head of the Church of England and His Excellency Doctor Christian Turner, British High Commissioner called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at GHQ on Monday.
During the meeting matters of mutual interest, religious and inter-faith harmony were discussed.
The COAS acknowledged the role of Christian brethren not only towards the creation of Pakistan but also for their contributions towards its progress.
Gen Bajwa appreciated the role of various institutions in the fields of education, health and public welfare being managed by the Christian community across Pakistan.
He especially acknowledged their contributions in defence of the motherland as part of the Pakistan Armed Forces.
Honorary Archbishop acknowledged Pakistan Army's efforts in combatting terrorism and providing a secure environment to the minorities in the country.
He also pledged that the Christian community shall contribute wholeheartedly towards public welfare.