Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir, who is visiting Washington for the second time since the four day conflict with India, has met top US political and military leaders.
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Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir who is visiting Washington for the second time since the recent four-day conflict with India, the Pakistan Army said on Sunday.
In an official statement, the army confirmed that the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) is on an official trip to the United States. During his visit, General Munir held high-level meetings with senior US political and military leaders, as well as members of the Pakistani diaspora.
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Details about the duration of his stay or the exact date of his arrival were not disclosed.
While in Tampa, Munir attended the retirement ceremony of outgoing US Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander General Michael E. Kurilla. He also participated in the Change of Command Ceremony, where Admiral Brad Cooper took over as the new CENTCOM commander.
The statement highlighted that General Munir praised Kurilla’s leadership and significant role in enhancing military cooperation between the two countries. He also conveyed his best wishes to Admiral Cooper, expressing confidence in ongoing collaboration to tackle common security challenges.
He also met with Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Caine, where matters of mutual professional interest were discussed. He extended an invitation to General Caine to visit Pakistan, it added.
On the sidelines, Munir interacted with Chiefs of Defence from friendly nations.
During an interactive session with the Pakistani diaspora, Munir urged them to remain confident in Pakistan’s bright future and to actively contribute to attracting investments. The diaspora reaffirmed its commitment to support Pakistan’s progress and development, according to the army.
In June, Munir travelled to the US on a rare five-day trip during which he attended a private luncheon with President Donald Trump, an unprecedented gesture typically reserved for visiting heads of state or government. That meeting culminated in Trump’s announcement of enhanced US-Pakistan cooperation in various fields, including an oil deal.
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Munir’s visit came just over a month after the US general described Pakistan as a “phenomenal partner” in counterterrorism efforts during a congressional hearing, where he also praised Pakistan’s role “in promoting peace and stability” in the region.
With inputs from agencies