Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa has said Pakistan stands for peace within and all around, as it looks forward to acting as a bridge between regions.

Addressing the participants during his visit to National Defence University in Islamabad on Wednesday, he said that spoilers of peace in Afghanistan risk regional instability.

Expressing resolute support to the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, he stressed upon a peaceful and durable solution of Kashmir issue in line with relevant UN resolutions and aspirations of Kashmiri people.

Sharing his vision of Pakistan Army, the Army Chief underscored the need for continuous evaluation of existing doctrine and corresponding strategy to effectively deal with the evolving threats in various domains.

He termed professionalism, competence and devotion to duty as hallmark of Pakistan Army and emphasised on realistic and futuristic training for maintaining perpetual operational readiness. He said force modernization and induction of advanced technologies are imperative for maintaining qualitative edge over adversary.

General Qamar Javed Bajwa said a well-equipped, well trained and motivated Army having unwavering support of its people can surmount any challenge. He said the forces that wish to undermine the unbreakable bond between Armed Forces and the nation are bound to fail. 

Congratulating the participants on successful completion of their course, the COAS advised them to stay focused on attaining professional excellence while remaining abreast with revolutionary advancements in warfare which are redefining national security.  

Earlier on arrival, the COAS was received by President NDU Lieutenant General Muhammad Saeed.