RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Chief of the Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir is on an official visit to the United Kingdom to participate in the 7th Regional Stabilisation Conference at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, the military’s media wing said on Wednesday.
The military’s media wing, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), in a statement, said during the visit COAS will deliver the keynote address on “The Emerging World Order and Pakistan’s Future Outlook”.
The Stabilisation Conference serves as the premier platform for Army-to-Army dialogue between Pakistan and the United Kingdom, held annually to foster collaboration.
“The event brings together a balanced representation of policymakers, both civil and military, as well as members of prominent think tanks from both nations,” the ISPR added.
It noted this year’s conference holds particular significance in light of the rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape, providing an invaluable opportunity to exchange perspectives and explore pathways for enhanced bilateral cooperation.
The statement further said on the inaugural day of his visit, General Syed Asim Munir was accorded a warm and dignified welcome, including a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the Royal Horse Guards Parade Ground, presented by an impeccably turned-out contingent.
“During his visit, the COAS will engage with key members of the UK’s civil and military leadership to discuss matters of mutual interest,” it added.
The ISPR said the COAS engagements will include meetings with Adm Toney Radikon, Chief of Defence Staff UK, General Sir Roland Walker, Chief of the General Staff of the British Army, and Mr. Jonathan Nicholas Powell, the UK National Security Advisor.
“Furthermore, the COAS will hold discussions with Ms. Yvette Cooper, Home Secretary, to address shared challenges and underscore the importance of fostering deeper collaboration,” it concluded.
The visit highlights the ongoing partnership between Pakistan and the United Kingdom, reaffirming their mutual dedication to regional stability and global peace.
Last May, the army chief met with his British counterpart, General Sir Patrick Sanders, where they discussed strategies to strengthen bilateral defence ties.
Previously, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb expressed a desire to enhance relations with the UK during a meeting with the British Parliamentary Undersecretary of State for the Middle East, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, Hamish Falconer, in Portugal.
