RAWALPINDI, Jan 19, 2026: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), visited the National Police Academy in Islamabad, where he interacted with officers of the Police Service of Pakistan, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
The Federal Minister for Interior and the Minister of State for Interior were also present during the visit.
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Upon arrival, the Field Marshal was received by the Commandant of the National Police Academy and presented with a guard of honour by a police contingent. He laid a wreath at the Police Martyrs’ Monument and offered Fateha, paying tribute to police personnel who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty while safeguarding peace, enforcing the rule of law, and ensuring public safety across the country.
The Field Marshal acknowledged the sacrifices made by police personnel in combating terrorism, crime, and internal security challenges. During the visit, he was briefed on the School for High-Impact Elite Law Enforcement Development (SHIELD) and other training programmes focused on capacity building and modernisation of the police force.
He also interacted with Cadet Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs), highlighting the pivotal role of the police as the first line of defence in protecting the lives, property, and dignity of citizens.
Addressing Inspectors General of Police (IGPs), Additional IGPs, and senior police officers, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir emphasised the importance of inter-agency cooperation, modern policing practices, and strengthening public trust in law enforcement institutions. He said a professional, people-centric police force is essential for maintaining internal security and upholding the rule of law.
The Field Marshal reaffirmed that maintaining law and order is a sacred responsibility and stated that the Armed Forces would continue to stand fully with Pakistan’s police personnel in fulfilling their duties.
Senior police leadership present at the occasion reaffirmed their commitment to improving policing standards, enhancing professional capacity, and advancing institutional reforms to address contemporary security challenges.
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