Islamabad, Participants of the National Security Workshop – 25 paid a visit to GHQ today, engaging in an insightful session with Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Syed Asim Munir. The day’s briefing encompassed the regional and internal security dynamics and gave the participants a deeper understanding of the national security environment.
According to a news release by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), attendees of the workshop were privy to an interactive session with the COAS. In his address, General Munir acknowledged the Armed Forces and its security and intelligence units for their commendable efforts in combating terrorism, despite the consistent challenges from adversarial forces. With unwavering trust in the support of Pakistan’s citizens, he remained optimistic about the nation’s success in these endeavors.
Furthermore, the COAS stressed the indispensable role of intelligentsia and civil society, emphasizing their duty in ensuring the population, particularly the youth, remain resilient against the wave of targeted propaganda against Pakistan’s state institutions.
The forum was informed about several initiatives in place to tackle issues such as smuggling, power theft, the widespread use of narcotics, stringent border control measures, and the repatriation of foreigners residing illegally in Pakistan. Delving into the topic of repatriation and deportation, General Munir highlighted the utmost importance of every Pakistani citizen’s safety and security, asserting that such standards must remain uncompromised.
The COAS also shed light on the economic upliftment stemming from various proactive measures, with a specific mention of the SIFC’s role. He concluded by highlighting the Army’s dedication in synergizing national and provincial responses across various sectors, ensuring collaboration with other state institutions for the broader benefit of the Pakistani populace.
It’s noteworthy that the National Security Workshop is a recurrent event hosted by the National Defence University. This year’s iteration, National Security Workshop – 25, boasts an attendance of 98 participants, a diverse group that includes Parliamentarians, high-ranking officers from both civil and armed forces, and notable members of civil society.