Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif visited Command & Staff College, Quetta and addressed the faculty and student officers.
The Prime Minister lauded the professionalism, operational preparedness, and sacrifices of the Pakistan Armed Forces in safeguarding national sovereignty and ensuring peace and stability. He paid rich tribute to the Shuhada and the unwavering commitment of the Armed Forces in defence of the motherland.
Referring to Marka-e-Haq, Prime Minister paid tribute to the Pakistan Armed Forces historic victory under the leadership of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. He highlighted Pakistan’s responsible conduct and escalation control against India’s unprovoked hubristic aggression, stating that Pakistan’s mature, prudent and just stance was also acknowledged by the international community. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s resolve to defend sovereignty and territorial integrity against any misadventure at all costs.
The Prime Minister stated that Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq is continuing with full resolve to defend lives and property of innocent citizens against Afghan Taliban based terrorist proxies and to inflict punishment on terrorist hideouts and support infrastructures. He also reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering support for the people of Jammu & Kashmir and Palestine.
While acknowledging the presence of students of friendly countries, The Prime Minister underscored the importance of military diplomacy and cooperation and the strides made by Pakistan as Net Regional Stabiliser to contribute towards peace, stability and progression in the region and beyond.
The Prime Minister was also accompanied by Federal Defence, Interior and Information Ministers and Chief Minister Balochistan.
Earlier upon arrival at Command & Staff College Quetta, the Prime Minister was received by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, COAS & CDF.