RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Monday affirmed that the security and stability of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is an integral part of Pakistan’s own security, given the enduring historical relations and strong strategic partnership between the two countries.
Field Marshal Asim Munir was talking to Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Adviser of the UAE whom he met in Abu Dhabi on Monday. During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation across various sectors, particularly in the fields of economic collaboration, investment and security.
They also exchanged views on regional developments and emphasised the importance of continued coordination to promote peace and stability in the region, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement said.
Field Marshal Asim Munir expressed his sincere appreciation and gratitude to the government of the United Arab Emirates for its longstanding investments and continued support to Pakistan’s economy and security over the decades.
He noted that such support reflects the deep-rooted historical relations between the two brotherly countries and commended the constructive role of the UAE leadership in advancing economic and social development in Pakistan.
He reiterated Pakistan’s firm commitment to continuing joint efforts to further strengthen this partnership in all fields, in a manner that serves the interests of both brotherly peoples and contributes to peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.
