Pakistan stands more integrated than ever before, says Raheel Sharif

LAHORE: Chief of the Pakistan Army General Raheel Sharif said that Pakistan is more stable and stronger today.

He said this while speaking at the concluding ceremony of first International PACES Championship here at the Fortress Stadium on Sunday.

Gereal Raheel Sharif said that Pakistan and the region have seen more stability due to Zarb-e-Azb operation in the country.

The Army Chief , who was the chief guest at the concluding ceremony of the International PACES Championship, said that relations between all countries of the world would become more consolidated due to holding the games.

“This landmark event has brought together participants from 18 leading Armies  of the world. As a unique competition of its kind, the occasion is an opportunity to promote mutual cooperation and brotherhood”, General Raheel Sharif said.

“Today, Pakistan stands more integrated with rest of the world than ever before with such events as a fine example”, he added.

“As the participants must have experienced, PACES is designed  to demand and generate a high level of combat efficiency which is essential for the challenges of modern warfare. It is heartening to find that all competitors displayed a very high standard of sportsmanship, physical fitness, and determination to give their best, the Army chief said.

He congratulated all the participants, especially those who have excelled in various events, and hoped that this experience will enhance their passion for battle worthiness.

General Raheel Sharif further said: “Physical Agility and Combat Efficiency System (PACES) of Pakistan Army has proven its effectiveness during the recent fight against terrorism. Our troops confronted insurmountable challenges that called for extreme endurance and constant vigilance”.