Govt keen to provide support to progress of defence production industry: Asif

Islamabad: Minister for Defence Production Khawaja Muhammad Asif said the government is keen to provide maximum support to progress of defence production industry of the country.

He was speaking during his visit to the Ministry in Rawalpindi today.

The Minister appreciated the performance and contribution of defence industrial sector and its due role in modernizing the defence capabilities of Pakistan.

He also appreciated the contribution of defence industry in social sector and in earning much required foreign exchange.

Earlier, on his arrival, the Minister was received by Secretary Defence Production Lt General retired Muhammad Chiragh Haider and was introduced to the key appointment holders of the Ministry.

The Minister was given an introductory briefing regarding Ministry's executive departments and organizational structure.