We are prepared to thwart any nefarious designs of enemies with nation's support: COAS Asim Munir

RAWALPINDI (92 News) - Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), visited troops at Khairpur Tamewali (KPT) to witness Field Exercise of Bahawalpur Corps.

According to a press release issued by the ISPR on Saturday, the COAS was briefed about field exercise aimed at enhancing professional skills at various tiers and battlefield procedures required to meet future challenges in operational environment.

The COAS witnessed integrated fire and battle maneuvers of various elements, including Armour, Mechanized Infantry, Artillery, Air Defense, Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs) duly supported by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) and the Combat Aviation. Later, COAS interacted with troops participating in the exercise.

Speaking on the occasion, the COAS appreciated the training standards, operational preparedness and high morale of officers and troops. He directed troops to keep serving the nation with traditional zeal and passion under all circumstances.

“We are cognizant of the challenges and with the support of the nation we are prepared to thwart any nefarious designs of the enemies of Pakistan,” the COAS emphasized.

“Pakistan Army is fully prepared to defend territorial integrity and sovereignty of Pakistan against all odds. The Pakistan armed forces are focused on defending the frontiers of motherland against full spectrum of threat and with the support of the nation, the armed forces will defeat the enemies of Pakistan, InshaAllah, COAS concluded.

Earlier on arrival, the COAS was received by the Commander Bahawalpur Corps.