RAWALPINDI, Pakistan: The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Wednesday reiterated that Pakistan holds its defence ties with Saudi Arabia in highest esteem.
In a meeting with the Deputy Defence Minister of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Muhammad Bin Abdullah Al-Aysh at army’s general headquarters in Rawalpindi, the COAS also re-asserted Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to the defence of Harmain Sharifain and safeguarding the territorial integrity of the Kingdom.
During the meeting, the two dignitaries discussed matters of bilateral interest including the broader regional security situation, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.
The COAS assured the visiting dignitary about the great importance Pakistan attaches to her strategic relationship with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The Saudi Deputy Defence Minister expressed Saudi Arabia’s deep appreciation for Pakistan’s efforts, successes and sacrifices in war against terrorism and violent extremism.
The dignitary also reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s full support to Pakistan’s position on all matters, especially on regional issues
