Pakistan and Maldives Reaffirm Commitment to Broaden Defence Ties

Maldives Chief of Defence Calls on Pakistan’s Gen Sahir Shamshad

Thu Feb 06 2025
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Key points

  • Major General Hilmy remained appreciative of high professional standards of Pakistan Armed Forces
  • Meeting underscored need to strengthen defence ties
  • A tri-services contingent presented “Guard of Honour” to the visiting dignitary

RAWALPINDI:  Major General Ibrahim Hilmy, Chief of Defence Staff, Maldives, who is on an official visit to Pakistan, called on General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee at Joint Staff Headquarters Rawalpindi.

Pakistan

According to the Pakistan military’s media wing, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the meeting underscored the need to strengthen defence ties, with both sides reaffirming commitment to broaden and expand existing collaboration, including military engagements and joint initiatives.

High professional standards

Major General Hilmy remained appreciative of the high professional standards of Pakistan Armed Forces, their achievements and sacrifices in fight against terrorism.

Earlier, upon arrival at Joint Staff Headquarters, a smartly turned-out tri-services contingent presented “Guard of Honour” to the visiting dignitary.

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