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Owe freedom and peace to unprecented sacrifices of martyrs: COAS on Defence Day

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Members of Pakistan´s air force stand in position as they recite national anthem during Defence Day ceremonies, or Pakistan´s Memorial Day, at the mausoleum of Muhammad Ali Jinnah in Karachi. - Reuters President Alvi and PM Shehbaz Sharif pay homage to martyrs and ghazis of 1965 Pakistan-India war. Defence Day starts with special prayers in mosques for progress and prosperity of country. September 6 marks great sacrifices and stories of valour of Pakistani troops. Pakistan is observing today (Tuesday) Defence Day with patriotic zeal and zest and remembering the valorous martyrs of the 1965 war, as the nation continues its battle against historic floods. The nation observes the day every year on September 6 to pay homage to the shuhahda and ghazis of the battle and reaffirm its commitment to defend Pakistan against all threats. The day marks the start of the Pakistan-India war in 1965 when Indian troops breached the international border in the darkness of the night with the int

COAS Gen Bajwa receives UAE’s highest civil award

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COAS General Qamar Javed Bajwa (from left to right), a UAE official, and UAE President Mohammad bin Zayed. —  UAE President Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed bestows Order of Zayed on Army Chief General Bajwa. Gen Bajwa receives award for making significant contributions in furthering bilateral ties. Two leaders discuss matters of mutual interest, bilateral defence and security cooperation. Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa received the UAE's highest civil award, Order of Zayed or Order of the Union Medal, for making significant contributions in furthering bilateral ties between both countries. The award was bestowed on COAS General Bajwa by UAE President Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Al Nahyan at a ceremony in Abu Dhabi. King Salman Bin Abdul Aziz of Saudi Arabia, President Xi Jinping of China, former US President George Bush, German Chancellor Angela Merkel, other major global and GCC leaders have received the coveted award. Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman of Saudi Ar

COAS Bajwa, Bill Gates discuss polio eradication drive in Pakistan

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Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa (L) and Co-Chair of the BMGF. —AFP/ Reuters Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa and Co-Chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) Bill Gates held a telephone conversation and exchanged views on the health situation including the complete eradication of polio from Pakistan, said Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). During the telephonic conversation, Bill Gates lauded the Pakistan army’s efforts in the polio eradication drive across the country, said the military's media wing.  “Bill Gates also appreciated Pakistan army’s role in anti-polio drive coverage through community leaders,” read the statement. COAS General Qamar Javed Bajwa appreciated the efforts of Bill Gates and his foundation in eradicating polio from the country and assured him of full cooperation in making Pakistan a polio-free state, said ISPR. Source link https://www.news.qm.com.pk/coas-bajwa-bill-gates-discuss-polio

Pakistan-Qatar ties being transformed into an enduring partnership: COAS

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Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani. — ISPR Gen Bajwa meets Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, deputy PM Dr Khalid Bin Mohammed Al Attiyah. Two sides discuss matters of mutual interest, defence and security cooperation and regional environment. Qatari officials appreciate Pakistan’s continuous efforts for peace and stability in the region. Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa said on Thursday that Pakistan and Qatar’s ties, which are based on the “deep spirit of brotherhood,” are being transformed into an enduring partnership. A statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said that Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa met Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs Dr Khalid Bin Mohammed Al Attiyah during his official tour today. It said that matters of mutual interest, defence and security cooper

COAS meets Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim at Doha

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General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), on Thursday, paid an official tour to Qatar at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar The COAS also met His Excellency Doctor Khalid Bin Mohammed Al Attiyah, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs, State of Qatar During the meetings, matters of mutual interest, defense and security cooperation, and regional environment were discussed Both sides underscored the importance of further enhancing cooperation in all fields.   DOHA: General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), on Thursday paid an official tour to Qatar at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) stated in a press release. The COAS also met His E