CDF Field Marshal Asim Munir and Indonesian Naval Chief Admiral Muhammad Ali discuss regional security and agree to strengthen military cooperation.
Web Desk: Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to strengthening its longstanding defence and security relationship with Indonesia.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Munir made the remarks during a meeting with Indonesian Naval Chief Admiral Dr Muhammad Ali, who called on the Pakistani military chief at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Monday.
The meeting focused on matters of mutual interest, regional security and bilateral defence cooperation.
Pakistan, Indonesia discuss military cooperation
The two sides expressed satisfaction with existing military-to-military relations and reaffirmed their resolve to expand cooperation.
According to ISPR, particular attention was given to professional military training, defence collaboration and joint exercises.
The discussions come as Pakistan and Indonesia continue to strengthen defence engagement between their armed forces.
Indonesian naval chief praises Pakistan Armed Forces
During the meeting, Admiral Muhammad Ali appreciated the professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their contributions towards regional peace and stability.
The meeting also provided an opportunity for the two sides to exchange views on the evolving regional security environment and areas of mutual interest.
Defence cooperation remains key area
Pakistan and Indonesia have maintained longstanding bilateral relations, with defence and security cooperation forming an important part of their broader engagement.
Earlier discussions between the two countries have included military training, institutional cooperation and opportunities to expand defence industry collaboration.
The latest meeting indicates that both sides intend to continue building military-to-military links, particularly through training and joint exercises.
Pakistan also discusses security ties with Lebanon
Separately, Lebanese Minister of Interior and Municipalities Ahmad Al Hajjar also met Field Marshal Asim Munir at GHQ during his two-day visit to Pakistan.
According to ISPR, the two officials discussed matters of mutual interest, the evolving regional security environment and prospects for strengthening bilateral security cooperation.
The importance of strengthening institutional links and cooperation between the two countries’ security institutions was also emphasised.
Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Lebanon and expressed a desire to expand mutually beneficial cooperation in areas of shared interest.
