RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Raheel Sharif has emphasised Pakistan's resolve and determination to confront global phenomenon of terrorism and extremism and cleanse Pakistan of this menace.
The Army Chief visited National Defence University, Islamabad today (Friday) and addressed participants of the course.
COAS address focused on professional matters, internal and external security situation of the country and his vision of an enduring peace within Pakistan and the region.
General Raheel said during operation Zarb-e-Azb, Pakistani nation has emerged as the most resilient nation of the world.
He said that defeated terrorists and their sympathizers inland and abroad are now frustrated and going for softer targets.
“Remaining steadfast, and with an enhanced awareness and participation, we as a Nation must pursue our national objective of zero presence of terrorists and total peace at any cost.”
COAS said, “The contours of future war are fast changing. While our enemies are stoking terrorism to demoralise us and destabilize our country, we are united, fully determined and capable of defeating their nefarious designs. Pakistan is opposed to using proxies against other countries and will also not allow any other country to use proxies against Pakistan.”Earlier on arrival at NDU, COAS was received by Lieutenant General Nazir Ahmed Butt, President NDU.
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