Russian Ground Forces Commander-in-Chief calls on COAS Gen Bajwa
July 02, 2019
RAWALPINDI: Russian Ground Forces Commander in Chief, Army General Oleg Salyukov, on Tuesday called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at the Pakistan Army headquarters, the military's media wing said in a press release.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations' (ISPR) press release, "matters related to enhanced security / training cooperation and measures to further expand joint military ties between the two armies were discussed" during the meeting.
"COAS said that cooperation between both countries will not only help in improving peace and stability in the region, but will also usher economic prosperity," it added.
"Pakistan does not believe in zero sum games but rather, integration and cooperation. The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan Army’s professionalism and achievements in war against terrorism.
"He said that the world should appreciate more what Pakistan has achieved. He also expressed the Russian desire to forge strong and broad based relations with Pakistan," the press release said further.
The ISPR further noted that Army General Salyukov on arrival "laid floral wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhada.
"A contingent of Pakistan Army presented the guard of honour to the visiting dignitary."
