Chief of the General Staff (CGS) of the British Army, General Sir Charles Roland Vincent Walker, met Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Thursday, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
The high-level meeting centered on advancing Pakistan–UK defence cooperation, bolstering regional security, and exploring new avenues for strategic and operational collaboration between the two armed forces. Both leaders reaffirmed their mutual commitment to deepening military-to-military engagement and addressing evolving security challenges in South Asia and beyond.
“Both sides discussed matters of mutual interest, including defence collaboration, regional security dynamics, and counterterrorism efforts,” the ISPR said.
Focus on Strengthening Strategic Coordination
The discussions underscored the importance of institutional cooperation between the two militaries, particularly in the areas of training, intelligence sharing, and counterterrorism operations. COAS Field Marshal Asim Munir highlighted Pakistan Army’s pivotal role in ensuring internal stability and its contribution to regional and global peace efforts.
General Walker commended the professionalism and resilience of the Pakistan Army, acknowledging its immense sacrifices in combating terrorism and preserving peace. He lauded Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to promote regional stability and its contributions to international peacekeeping missions under the United Nations framework.
Tribute to Martyrs and Military Ceremony
Upon his arrival at the GHQ, the visiting British CGS laid a floral wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhada (Monument of Martyrs) to honor the soldiers who laid down their lives in defence of Pakistan. He was presented with a guard of honour by a smartly turned-out contingent of the Pakistan Army — a gesture symbolizing the long-standing and growing camaraderie between the two militaries.
The visit marks another milestone in the evolving Pakistan–UK defence partnership, which continues to expand through joint training initiatives, defence dialogue mechanisms, and strategic consultations.
Expanding Defence Diplomacy
The interaction comes amid broader efforts by both nations to enhance defence diplomacy and coordinate on global security priorities, including counterterrorism, peacekeeping, and crisis management. Analysts view this engagement as part of Pakistan’s continued effort to strengthen ties with Western allies while maintaining a balanced foreign policy approach in a shifting global order.
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