German ambassador pays farewell visit to Gen Bajwa

Germany's ambassador to Pakistan Stephan Schlagheck on Wednesday paid a farewell visit to Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa, the military said.

"His Excellency Mr Bernhard Stephan Schlagheck, German Ambassador to Pakistan paid a farewell call to General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) at GHQ, today," a statement released by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) read.

The military's media wing added that during the meeting, matters of mutual interest, overall regional situation, and bilateral cooperation in various fields were discussed.

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The COAS, it added, said Pakistan attached great importance to its relations with Germany.

Gen Bajwa also thanked the visiting dignitary for his services and appreciated his contributions for fostering strong ties between the two countries and support towards defence and security cooperation.

"The visiting dignitary acknowledged Pakistan’s continuous efforts for peace and stability in the region and pledged to play his role to further enhance cooperation between both countries." the ISPR concluded.