COAS, Erdogan discuss regional security

ANKARA: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa called on Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdo?an. Matters of mutual interest and regional security were discussed. COAS thanked the President for perennial Turkish support to Pakistan and its role in bringing peace and stability in the region. Turkish President acknowledged sacrifices made by Pakistan and contributions by Pakistan Army in fight against terrorism and militancy.

Turkish President said that Islamic countries can contribute immensely towards global peace and stability and OIC offers a platform to do that through conflict resolution and dialogue. He said that Pakistan plays a very important role towards that end and multifaceted cooperation between the two brotherly countries will have a positive influence. Both noted that Turkey and Pakistan can always count on each other's unconditional and sincere support.

Earlier, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Wednesday called upon Defence Minister of Turkey, Mr Fikri Isik in Turkey.

General Bajwa is on an official visit to visit to Turkey these days.

During the meeting, matters pertinent to regional situation and mutual security cooperation were discussed.

Both the COAS and Turkish defence minister agreed upon the vigorous potential for cooperation in various fields including security policies, defence production and human resource training.

Earlier, the army chief visited Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) and was briefed about the projects being undertaken by TAI in both military and civil aviation industry.

General Bajwa warmly appreciated the indigenous technical prowess being achieved by Turkey and professed that Pakistan has great technological and industrial potential that will open the scope for very meaningful defence cooperation between the two countries. - Agencies