Army officers need to be embodiment of courage, composure, compassion: Nawaz

The premier was addressing the 129th Pakistan Military Academy long course passing-out parade.


Saqib Nasir April 19, 2014
Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff General Raheel Sharif saluting the National Flag, at 129th PMA, 48th Integrated Course and 3rd Mujahid Course passing out parade held at Pakistan Military Academy Kakul on Saturday. PHOTO: ISPR

KAKUL: "Army officers need to be embodiment of courage, composure and compassion," stated Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif while addressing the 129th Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) long course passing-out parade  in Kakul on Saturday.

Nawaz, who was the chief guest at the ceremony held at Kakul Military Academy, stated that the PMA is rightfully considered "a veritable cradle of leadership."

Nawaz also praised Chief of Army Staff General Raheel Sharif during his address stating that officers like him "are only known for their professionalism, patriotism, dedication and commitment to their motherland."

Despite the heavy downpour, the passing-out cadets took an oath to remain loyal to the constitution as well as the nation during the ceremony. Seven cadets from Palestine and Bahrain were among those who took the oath.

Nawaz was also presented with a guard of honour.

Providing resources

The premier said that the state is providing all possible resources needed for making the country's defence impregnable.

"Without a strong economy, rule of law and containment of terrorism, a credible defence system cannot be sustained," Nawaz stated.

Technological advancements

While addressing the ceremony, Nawaz stressed the importance of technology in today's world.

"Technological innovations are the order of the day," he stated, adding that "they are changing our very lifestyle and their impact is felt in all walks of our national life."

"Modern technology has also transformed the nature of warfare and tilted the balance squarely in favour of the technologically-advanced nations," stated the prime minister further emphasising its importance.

COMMENTS (14)

kk | 9 years ago | Reply

zia once said constitution is just a piece of paper and i can tear it away when ever i want to, so who cares what oath these cadets take they give a damn

Afeef | 9 years ago | Reply

@rex min, you need some schooling son,go and study something about passing out parade. @zaid hamid , yea,let's give them cheap Toyota pickup cabins so it can blow to bits and pieces during ied attacks,,off course the blood of our soldiers and generals is so cheap that we won't even buy them bombproof vehicles , overall they are peasants of pakistan who have no rights to enjoy a peaceful life after retirement.

I think ARMY should open a voluntary commission equivalent to a pay-grade of captain and let civilians join it, i will see how many will turn up considering their first station would be waziristan.

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