Loyalty to the government of Pakistan and dedication to the constitutionally mandated mission for the armed forces are of utmost importance, Chief of Army Staff Gen. Asim Muneer said on Saturday.
He further said the people of Pakistan were central to the unity of the state.
The COAS was addressing the PMA Kakul’s passing out parade on Saturday as the chief guest.
“To us, nothing is more sacred than the safety and security of our people, and no duty is more binding than the defense of our motherland. Go out now, and deliver to the expectations of your nation,” Gen Muneer said at the event.
The army imbibes on the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah signifying no distinction of caste, color, creed, gender or geography, the COAS said, adding: “Our efforts for peace should never be taken as a sign of weakness.”
“We have the will, capability and capacity to protect our sovereignty and territorial integrity and we are well aware of the ways and means to do it. I assure the people of Pakistan that we will never hesitate in rendering any and every sacrifice necessary for the defense of our sacred motherland.”
He said that the brave soldiers of Pakistan don’t get fascinated with the numbers/ resources of their adversaries.
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“Armed Forces of Pakistan stand firm with their strong will and determination while fulfilling the promises of Almighty Allah as true followers,” COAS said.
