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Maldives Defence Chief Meets Pakistan Army Chief, Discusses Bilateral Cooperation

Maldives Chief of Defence Forces Major General Ibrahim Hilmi meets COAS General Asim Munir at GHQ Rawalpindi, emphasizing defense cooperation and regional security.
2025-02-07
Maldives Defence Chief Meets Pakistan Army Chief, Discusses Bilateral Cooperation

The Chief of Defence Forces of the Maldives, Major General Ibrahim Hilmi, visited the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi, where he met with the Chief of Army Staff, General Syed Asim Munir, according to a statement by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

During the meeting, both sides discussed bilateral defense cooperation and the regional security situation. Matters of mutual interest were also deliberated in detail.

The ISPR statement highlighted that both General Asim Munir and Major General Hilmi expressed satisfaction over the enduring bonds of friendship between Pakistan and the Maldives.

Strengthening Cooperation

The two leaders emphasized their common perspectives on significant regional issues and reiterated the importance of expanding mutual defense cooperation.

Major General Hilmi commended the professionalism and dedication of the Pakistan Army, acknowledging its contributions to peace and security.

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