RAWALPINDI: General Raheel Sharif, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) arrived on a day long official visit to Tajikistan.
General Raheel Sharif called on Tajik President Emomali Rahmon where regional situation with particular reference to common challenges of fighting terrorism and reconciliation in Afghanistan, which shares a border with both countries, came under discussion.
Tajikistan’s President appreciated Pakistan’s facilitation role in reconciliation process in Afghanistan and also lauded Pakistan Army’s phenomenal achievements in Operation Zarb-e-Azb.
He noted with admiration that the operation being conducted by Pakistani forces against terrorists is a role model for rest of the world.
Tajik President said that General Raheel Sharif’s visit will further cement bilateral relationship with Pakistan and provide an impetus to defence cooperation between both countries.
During the meeting, COAS said that Pakistan attaches great importance to its relations with Tajikistan and offered Pakistan’s full support in capacity building of Tajikistan forces to counter terrorism.
COAS also held a meeting with Tajik Defence Minister and Chief of General Staff. On arrival at the Army Headquarter, COAS was accorded very warm welcome and presented guard of honour.
Chief of Army Staff also visited Military Institute and Military Training Center of Tajikistan.
Over his arrival, General Raheel Sharif was presented Guard of Honour on arrival at Army Headquarters of Tajikistan Army.
