Pakistan open to world after emerging stronger from tribulations: Gen Qamar

The ISPR says COAS visited Italy and called on Italian military leadership

Army chief Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa has said that Pakistan has emerged stronger from tribulations and is open to the world, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

"COAS visited Italy and called on Italian Defence Minister, Chief of Italian Army and the Secretary General of Defence," the military's media wing added.

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Discussions focused on enhancing bilateral defence and security cooperation including potential joint initiatives.

"Though the fight is still on, Pakistan has emerged stronger from the tribulations," the ISPR quoted the Gen Qamar as saying.

"Pakistan is open to the world and the government is looking for peace within and peace without to provide our people the prosperity they deserve after the difficult times," the ISPR added.



Italian leadership, the communique said, was highly appreciative of the role played by Pakistan in regional stability and also towards global security.

"They maintained that Pakistan is well on its way towards a prosperous future and that Italy and Pakistan will benefit by building on the existing relationship between the two countries," ISPR added.

Asked about the success formula in war against terrorism, Army chief said that it was due to the spirit of sacrifice and support of the nation, especially the people of tribal areas and the families of martyrs and troops.

During the stay, Gen Qamar was also presented demonstrations of Italian defence capabilities both for land and amphibious operations. He also interacted with the representatives of Pakistani community and the Italian defence industry. COAS returns to Pakistan later on Wednesday after visiting UK and Italy.