Pakistan eyes enhanced defence, security cooperation with Jordan Armed Forces

Major General Yousef Ahmed Al-Hnaity, Chairman Joint Chief of Staff Jordan Armed Forces called on Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa here on Wednesday today.

According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), matters of mutual & professional interest and regional security situation were discussed.

COAS said that Pakistan values its brotherly relations with Jordan and Pakistan Army looks forward for enhanced defence and security cooperation with Jordan Armed Forces, said ISPR.

The visiting dignitary appreciated professionalism of Pakistan Army and its continuous efforts for regional peace and stability.

On the other hand, Major General Yousef Ahmed Al-Hnaity, who is on official visit to Pakistan, called on General Nadeem Raza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, at Joint Staff Headquarters, Rawalpindi.

Matters of bilateral professional interest and further strengthening of security and defence cooperation between the two countries were discussed during the meeting.

Both sides also deliberated upon prevailing international and regional security environment. Yousef Ahmed Al-Hnaity lauded the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their sacrifices in fight against terrorism.

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