Sri Lankan COAS lauds Pak Army’s role in fighting terrorism

Lt-Gen AWJC De Silva calls on Gen Qamar; two army chiefs reaffirm to work together for enhancing regional security

Sri Lanka’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt-Gen AWJC De Silva, during a meeting with his Pakistani counterpart Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi on Wednesday, lauded the Pakistan Army’s efforts against terrorism.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Sri Lankan army chief after his arrival in Pakistan laid a floral wreath at the Yadgar-e-Shuhada. The visiting army chief was also briefed about the Pakistan Army’s continuing campaign against terrorist and banned organisations.

Expressing his full confidence in Pakistan’s ability to completely overcome the menace of militancy in the near future, Gen De Silva appreciated the Pakistan Army’s achievements and contributions towards national and regional security. He also appreciated the army's assistance to his country in its fight against terrorism.

Gen Qamar thanked his Sri Lankan counterpart for visiting the country and acknowledging the Pakistan Army’s sacrifices and efforts.

The two army chiefs also reaffirmed their determination to work together for enhancing regional security and continuing existing military-to-military cooperation.