Pakistan proud of strong bond with Bosnia, says Gen Bajwa

Chairman of Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina met with Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at General Headquarters on Thursday and discussed matters of mutual interest, regional security, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

Pakistan Army’s Spokesperson said Pak-Bosnia and Herzegovina relations came under discussion during the meeting between COAS and Chairman of Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Sefik Dzaferovic.

The COAS said that Pakistan attaches great importance to brotherly relations with Bosnia and Herzegovina.

General Bajwa said Pakistan is proud of the strong bond of love and support between people of two countries. 

“Both discussed enhanced bilateral cooperation in various fields including defence, technical expertise and joint ventures. The visiting dignitary also acknowledged Pakistan's continuous efforts and for peace and stability in the region and pledged to further enhance bilateral relations between both brotherly countries,” ISPR said in a statement issued.

Earlier, on arrival at GHQ, the visiting dignitary was presented guard of honour and laid floral wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhada to pay homage to martyrs.

Chairman of Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Sefik Dzaferovic on Wednesday met with Prime Minister Imran Khan. Prime Minister Imran Khan received Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Sefik Dzaferovic today. 

Following the official welcoming ceremony, the two leaders held a one-on-one meeting, followed by delegation-level talks. Ministers and senior Advisers were part of the delegations on both sides.

During the meetings, the Prime Minister stated that Pakistan shared brotherly affinity with the people of Bosnia & Herzegovina and relations between the two countries were marked by mutual support at times of need.

The Prime Minister added that Bosnia & Herzegovina assistance on occasion of the 2005 earthquake and 2010 floods in Pakistan was deeply appreciated. The Prime Minister highlighted Pakistan’s effective efforts in fighting Covid-19 through ‘smart lockdown’ strategy and focus on saving lives, securing livelihoods, and stimulating the economy. 

Noting the efforts made by Bosnia & Herzegovina to contain the pandemic, the Prime Minister announced Pakistan’s intention to provide material assistance to the Bosnian side in combating the pandemic.

Sefik Dzaferovic highlighted the close cordial ties between Pakistan and Bosnia & Herzegovina and expressed gratitude for Pakistan’s important role in advancing peace and stability in Bosnia & Herzegovina as part of the UN Peacekeeping Mission during the Bosnian war and later during the stabilization process.