Youth now is prime target of our enemies in the hybrid war: COAS

Army chief reiters resolve to root out extremism and terrorism

ISLAMABAD: The Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Monday reiterated his determination to root out extremism and terrorism.

Addressing internees at Inter Services Public Relations Directorate (ISPR), the COAs said nature and character of war has changed.

“Youth now is prime target of our enemies in the hybrid war,” he said advising the youth to stay determined and defeat all such threats to take Pakistan forward to its rightful destination as part of the nation.

The COAS congratulated the students on successful completion of the internship programme.



While speaking on the occasion, he said that Pakistan is blessed with most talented and vibrant youth and future of Pakistan belongs to them.

The army chief also reiterated confidence and optimism that the youth will realise their potential will lead Pakistan to new era of peace and progress.

Gen Bajwa emphasised that education has to stay national priority and Pakistan Army is determined to provide whole hearted support towards this state objective, especially in Balochistan.

"Establishment of NUST Campus in Balochistan and Khush Hal Balochistan are testimony of our commitment," the army chief added.