Lt Gen Avais Dastgir calls on Chinese commander Gen Li Qiaoming

A meeting between Gen Li Qiaoming, Commander PLA Army, and Lt Gen Muhammad Avais Dastgir, CGS Pakistan Army, was held at the PLA Army Headquarters in Beijing on Monday.

The discussion between the two commanders focused on the evolving global and regional situation and follow up on measures for enhancing bilateral military to military cooperation. During the meeting, the CGS offered heartfelt condolences on loss of Chinese lives in recent terrorist attack in Karachi and affirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to ensuring enhanced security of Chinese nationals in Pakistan.

The dignitary from China acknowledged Pakistan Army’s efforts and measures for improving the security of Chinese nationals and assured of wholehearted support to Pakistan.

Both sides agreed to further enhance mutual cooperation to counter common enemies working against the peace and development of the region. Other areas of defence cooperation were also deliberated and both sides reviewed progress on collaboration in areas of military education, training, equipment and technology.

Both sides agreed to further institutionalise mechanisms for mutual sharing of experiences and enhancing regular interactions.