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Gen Munir Says Military’s Conduct in Marka-i-Haq Raised Pakistan’s Global Profile
COAS Gen. Asim Munir praises the armed forces’ professionalism during Marka-i-Haq, saying their resolve strengthened Pakistan’s global standing.
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by Muhammad Hashir
2025-11-26
Gen Munir Says Military’s Conduct in Marka-i-Haq Raised Pakistan’s Global Profile

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir on Wednesday commended the “professionalism, resolve and commitment” shown by Pakistan’s armed forces during Marka-i-Haq, stating that their performance had “enhanced the global stature of Pakistan”. He made the remarks while addressing participants of the National Security Workshop–27 during their visit to the General Headquarters (GHQ), according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

Marka-i-Haq is the name the Pakistan Army gave to the period of conflict with India from the April 22 Pahalgam attack to the May 10 conclusion of Operation Bunyanum Marsoos. The COAS said the armed forces’ conduct throughout the conflict demonstrated Pakistan’s capability and strengthened its position on the world stage.

Field Marshal Munir emphasised that Pakistan was a “country of consequence” destined to achieve its rightful place among the global community. He highlighted national unity as the country’s greatest strength, asserting that collective resolve would overcome the “nefarious designs” of adversaries.

The ISPR statement noted that the army chief underscored the region’s fluid strategic environment, shaped by rising geopolitical competition, cross-border terrorism and hybrid threats. He stressed that despite complex external challenges, Pakistan’s armed forces, intelligence agencies and law enforcement institutions continued to show unwavering professionalism in safeguarding the country’s security.

Reaffirming Pakistan Army’s commitment, the COAS said the territorial integrity, security and protection of every citizen remained paramount and would not be compromised under any circumstances. He also reiterated support for federal and provincial governments, emphasising that coordinated national efforts and institutional synergy were essential for lasting peace and prosperity.

During the workshop visit, participants were briefed on ongoing national initiatives against illegal activities such as smuggling, narcotics trafficking and organised criminal networks that pose security risks. Updates were also shared on strengthened border controls and the repatriation of illegal foreigners to maintain internal order and safeguard national interests.

The conflict earlier this year was triggered by an attack on tourists in occupied Kashmir on April 22, which India attributed to Pakistan without evidence—a claim Islamabad strongly denied. Tensions escalated after India launched air strikes in Punjab and Azad Kashmir on May 7. Pakistan said it shot down five Indian aircraft in air-to-air combat, later revising the count to seven. Both sides carried out retaliatory strikes on each other’s airbases until US intervention on May 10 led to a ceasefire. Pakistan has denied losing any aircraft and claimed it hit 26 Indian targets after three of its airbases were attacked.
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