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RAWALPINDI, (MANEND NEWS): General Nadeem Raza, Chairman
Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), who is on official visit to
Egypt, called on General Abdel Fattah Elsisi (Retd), President of Egypt.
According to ISPR, matters of bilateral military cooperation including
security, counter-terrorism and prevailing regional environment were
discussed during the meetings.
President conveyed his feelings of high esteem for Pakistan Armed
Forces and said that he valued brotherly relations between both the
countries. Chairman JCSC also reiterated that Pakistan is keen to
expand its existing bilateral military to military cooperation with Egypt.
The dignitary lauded the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and
acknowledged their sacrifices in fight against terrorism.
Chairman JCSC also had separate meetings with General Mohamed
Ahmed Zaki, Minister of Defence & Commander-in-Chief of Egyptian
Armed Forces and Chiefs of the Tri-Services.
Chairman JCSC led the 2nd Round of Defence and Security Talks.
CJCSC highlighted the positive role of Pakistan in countering violent
extremism, regional stability, connectivity and it’s impact on the region
and beyond. Chairman JCSC also shared Pakistan’s contributions and
efforts for peace and stability in Afghanistan.
Earlier upon arrival at Ministry of Defence, Chairman JCSC was
presented Guard of Honour by a smartly turned out contingent of
Egyptian Armed Forces.