A delegation of the U.S. Afghanistan War Commission, led by its Co-Chairs, Ms. Shamila N. Chaudhary and Dr. Colin F. Jackson, called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, at General Headquarters (GHQ) on Monday.
US delegation calls on Field Marshal Asim Munir
RAWALPINDI, Sep 28 (APP): A delegation of the U.S. Afghanistan War Commission, led by its Co-Chairs, Ms. Shamila N. Chaudhary and Dr. Colin F. Jackson, called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, at General Headquarters (GHQ) on Monday.
“The delegation is undertaking a review of the United States’ 20-year engagement in Afghanistan. Discussions covered matters of mutual interest including Pakistan’s support, the regional security environment and developments in Afghanistan, with focus on perspectives relevant to the Commission’s work,” said a news release issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR).
The COAS shared Pakistan’s perspective on the security dynamics that shaped the conflict and highlighted the challenges faced by Pakistan during the prolonged conflict in Afghanistan.
He underscored the importance of incorporating the regional perspective and Pakistan’s experience in assessing the strategic, diplomatic and operational dimensions of the conflict.
The delegation acknowledged Pakistan’s longstanding role and sacrifices during the conflict in Afghanistan and appreciated its continued contribution to regional peace and stability.
