US naval chief meets PM, Gen Raheel

Reaffirms importance of US-Pakistani security relationship.


Our Correspondent May 14, 2014
US assistance to Pakistan continues to help build the counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism capabilities of the security forces, says the statement. PHOTO: ONLINE

ISLAMABAD:


Pakistan and the United States on Tuesday discussed efforts to strength their maritime security cooperation following talks between the visiting American Chief of Naval Operations and senior Pakistani military leaders, officials said.


Admiral Jonathan Greenert, US Chief of Naval Operations, held a series of meetings with senior officials, including Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Asif Sandila, Chief of Army Staff General Raheel Sharif and Air Chief Marshal Tahir Rafique Butt.

He also met Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif to discuss important regional developments.

According to a statement issued by the US Embassy, Admiral Greenert and Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif reaffirmed the importance of the US-Pakistan security relationship to regional stability and agreed to continue working together towards building a stronger partnership based on common objectives.

The statement said US assistance to Pakistan continues to help build the counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism capabilities of the security forces, which are critical to curbing violence in the western border regions.

Since 2002, Pakistan has received more than $16 billion in security assistance and reimbursements, it added.

During his meeting with the naval chief, a comprehensive briefing was giving to Admiral Greenert on the role of Pakistan Navy in regional maritime security and the latest operational developments.

The US naval chief appreciated Pakistan’s efforts in anti-piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden.

Published in The Express Tribune, May 14th, 2014.

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