Army chief urges ‘greater vigilance’ against hybrid warfare challenges

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Thursday visited Lahore Garrison and discussed matters related to hybrid warfare, Kashmir dispute and overall security situation of the country while addressing officers.

“The COAS address focused on professional matters, internal and external security situation of the country and his vision of an enduring peace within Pakistan and the region, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement.

Gen Qamar also apprised the officers with the latest developments on country’s eastern border, situation in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and firm commitment for a just resolution of Kashmir issue in line with the aspirations of people of Kashmir, the military’s media wing said.

“People of Kashmir and this region deserve peace,” ISPR quoted the COAS as saying.

He also reiterated greater vigilance and state of preparedness amid new challenges of hybrid war.

Upon arrival in Lahore, the army chief was received by Corps Commander Lieutenant General Muhammad Abdul Aziz.