COAS reaffirms Pakistan’s fraternal bonds with Azerbaijan

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s deep fraternal bonds with Azerbaijan and reiterated the resolve to further consolidate bilateral relations.

He made these remarks during the meeting with Colonel General Karim Valiyev, the First Deputy Minister of Defence and Chief of the General Staff of the Azerbaijan Army at General Headquarters (GHQ) today, the military’s media wing said in a press release.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the meeting encompassed discussions on matters of mutual interest, with particular focus on the prevailing global and regional security landscape.

“COAS also congratulated the visiting dignitary on the successful conclusion of the peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia,” it reads.

Moreover, the visiting dignitary “praised the Pakistan Armed Forces for their professionalism and success in Maarka-e-Haq, Operation Bunyanum Marsoos.”

The delegation also extended best wishes for the upcoming Independence Day and Victory Celebrations.

As per the ISPR statement, Colonel General Karim Valiyev conferred upon Field Marshal Asim Munir, Azerbaijan’s prestigious Patriotic War Medal for “Services in the Field of Military Cooperation”, on behalf of President Ilham Aliyev.

He conferred the award in recognition of his “exceptional contributions in Azerbaijan-Pakistan bilateral military cooperation.”

“COAS thanked Azerbaijan’s leadership and people for standing together with the people of Pakistan during Maarka-e-Haq and also for sending the Azeri Contingent for participating in the Independence Day ceremony.”

Both military leaders “expressed a shared commitment to advancing defence cooperation and promoting joint efforts for regional peace and stability.”

Azerbaijan Army Chief commended Pakistan’s unwavering efforts in combating terrorism and reaffirmed Azerbaijan’s determination to enhance collaboration in defence and security, the statement reads.

“The visiting dignitary conveyed gratitude for Pakistan’s warm hospitality and steadfast support for Azerbaijan.”