Pakistan wants close ties with its neighbours, COAS tells Iran Air Force commander

Rawalpindi: Commander Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force Brigadier General Pilot Hamid Vahedi on Wednesday called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at GHQ. 

According to a statement issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), the matters of mutual interest, regional security situation and bilateral cooperation between the two countries were discussed during the meeting.

The army chief said that Pakistan wants peaceful and close ties with its neighbours. He further stressed on the need for collective efforts towards regional stability. Both sides agreed to enhance cooperation in the defence & security fields.

The visiting dignitary acknowledged the professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces and vowed to enhance cooperation in various fields.

He also appreciated Pakistan’s role in the Afghan situation and effective border management measures.