Russian Interior Minister Meets Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir; Both Countries Agree to Further Strengthen Security Cooperation and Institutional Ties
RAWALPINDI: During his official Pakistan visit, Russian Minister for Internal Affairs, Komissariat and Administration, Vladimir Kolokoltsev met with Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and they agreed to substantially increase the scope and depth of bilateral security cooperation.
The meeting was held at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, where the issues of mutual interest, the changing security scenario in the region, and the joint efforts against terrorism were discussed, it said in the statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
The following are the highlights of the GHQ Meeting and Strategic Agreements.
Strengthening Security Cooperation: The two leaders made it evident that the cooperation between the security forces of the two countries has to be strengthened and institutionalised mechanisms need to be reinforced for better operational coordination.
Bilateral Ties: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir said Pakistan will remain strongly committed to strengthening bilateral relations with Russia, which also requires a greater level of cooperation at the practical level in various areas including security cooperation.
Glory to Pakistan: ISPR quoted the Russian interior minister as commending Pakistan’s unwavering sacrifices and committed efforts in maintaining peace and stability in the region. The Minister Kolokoltsev also acknowledged the high professional standards and sacrifices of the Pakistan Army in the fight against terrorism around the world.