RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, presided over the 277th Corps Commanders’ Conference at General Headquarters (GHQ), where Pakistan’s top military leadership reviewed the security situation, reaffirmed the country’s right to self-defence and called for a high state of operational readiness.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the conference reviewed the prevailing security environment and discussed threats linked to terrorism emanating from Afghanistan.
The forum reaffirmed Pakistan’s right to self-defence and targeted action against terrorism originating from Afghan territory. It also accused the Taliban leadership of facilitating terrorism on behalf of India and said those responsible would bear the consequences.
The commanders appreciated sustained intelligence-based counter-terrorism operations being carried out by law enforcement agencies but stressed that military and security operations must be complemented by non-kinetic measures.
These measures, according to ISPR, include people-centric governance at the grassroots level, strategic engagement with the public, dismantling the terror-crime nexus operating under vested interests and strengthening police capacity in line with the National Action Plan and Vision Azm-e-Istehkam.
The forum also placed strong emphasis on internal stability and warned that any attempt to create unrest or repeat a May 9-like situation would be dealt with decisively under the law.
Regional defence cooperation also featured in the meeting.
The commanders welcomed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye, saying it would strengthen longstanding strategic and collective defence ties.
The forum condemned Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia, expressed solidarity with the Kingdom and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the security and sanctity of the Haramain Sharifain.
It also reiterated Pakistan’s position on Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir and called for a resolution of the Kashmir dispute in accordance with relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.
Earlier, the forum offered Fateha for members of the armed forces, law enforcement agencies and civilians who lost their lives in service of the country and paid tribute to their sacrifices.
In his concluding remarks, Field Marshal Asim Munir commended military formations for their operational preparedness and professionalism.
He directed commanders to further strengthen intelligence-based operations and enhance combat capabilities through the integration of modern technology, advanced training and multi-domain capabilities.
Field Marshal Munir expressed confidence that the armed forces, backed by the nation, remained fully prepared to safeguard Pakistan’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and national security.