CGS Vows to Ensure Security of Chinese Nationals in Pakistan.

BEIJING: Chief of General Staff of the Pakistan Army, Lt-Gen. Muhammad Avais Dastgir, has affirmed Pakistan's unwavering commitment to ensure enhanced security of Chinese nationals in Pakistan. He expressed this resolve during a meeting with Commander People's Liberation Army, Gen Li Qiaoming, at the PLA Army Headquarters in Beijing. The discussion focused on the evolving global and regional situation and measures for enhancing bilateral military cooperation. According to Radio Pakistan, during the meeting, Lt-Gen. Dastgir offered heartfelt condolences for the loss of Chinese lives in a recent terrorist attack in Karachi. The Chinese dignitary acknowledged the Pakistan Army's efforts and measures to improve the security of Chinese nationals and assured wholehearted support to Pakistan. Both sides agreed to further enhance mutual cooperation to counter common enemies working against regional peace and development. They deliberated on other areas of defense cooperation and reviewed progress in military educat ion, training, equipment, and technology. The two sides also agreed to further institutionalize mechanisms for the mutual sharing of experiences and to enhance regular interactions.