Army chief, Poland's leadership discuss enhancing defence ties

ISPR says Poland's military leadership appreciated Pakistan's contributions, sacrifices for regional peace,...

Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa has discussed enhancing defence ties with Poland's leadership, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Wednesday.

Gen Qamar reached Poland on an official visit," the military's media wing said. "During the visit, COAS met Mr Mariusz Blaszczak, Minister of National Defence and Deputy Minister of National Defence."

COAS, the ISPR added, also held separate meetings with Polish military leadership including Chief of General Staff, Commander of the Poland Armed Forces and Commander of Poland Land Forces.



During the meetings, matters of mutual interest including emerging geo-strategic environment, regional security situation and measures to further enhance bilateral defence cooperation were discussed.

"Poland's military leadership appreciated Pakistan's contributions and sacrifices for bringing peace and stability in the region and showed interest in sharing of experiences as part of wider training cooperation."

COAS, the ISPR said, also visited Polish Armament Group at Warsaw, Land Forces Training Centre at Poznan and Military Aviation Works.

On arrival, a smartly turned out contingent of Polish Armed Forces presented the Guard of Honour to COAS at General Command of the Polish Armed Forces.