CDF Asim Munir reaffirms Pakistan’s resolve to deepen ties with Russia

RAWALPINDI: Russian Interior Minister Vladimir Kolokoltsev called on Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi to discuss matters of mutual interest and ways to strengthen bilateral security cooperation.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), both sides discussed the regional security environment, with particular emphasis on strengthening bilateral security cooperation.

The two sides underscored the importance of closer institutional ties and improved coordination between the security institutions of Pakistan and Russia, the ISPR said.

During the meeting, Field Marshal Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s resolve to deepen its longstanding relations with Russia and expand practical cooperation in areas of shared interest, particularly security.

The Russian interior minister appreciated Pakistan’s contributions to regional peace and stability and acknowledged the professionalism and sacrifices of the Pakistan Armed Forces in the fight against terrorism.