COAS encourages students to pursue academic excellence

BAHAWALPUR: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir encouraged students to pursue academic excellence with dedication, ISPR said on Saturday.

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir visits Bahawalpur Cantonment. Upon his arrival, the COAS was received by the Commander Bahawalpur Corps.

According to ISPR, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir visited Bahawalpur Cantonment where he was apprised about operational preparedness and training aspects of Bahawalpur Corps.

While addressing officers and troops, he commended their unwavering dedication, high morale, and combat readiness.

He reiterated that rigorous training remains the cornerstone of a soldier’s professional development and must continue to be the defining attribute of the Pakistan Army in overcoming the challenges of modern warfare.

COAS inaugurated the CMH Institute of Medical Sciences (CIMS), Innovista Cholistan and Integrated Combat Simulator Arena; pioneering initiatives aimed at advancing medical education, Information Technology and combat readiness.

While at CIMS, he engaged with students from various universities across Bahawalpur, underscoring the Army’s commitment to nurturing the nation’s youth.

COAS encouraged students to pursue academic excellence with dedication and equip themselves with the skills necessary to contribute meaningfully to national development.

He lauded the pivotal role of the youth in shaping Pakistan’s future and reaffirmed the Army’s support for initiatives that empower young talent.

COAS Asim Munir briefed on British Army’s modernisation plan

Earlier, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir was briefed on the modernisation plan of the British Army and Deep Recce Strike Brigade, during his official visit to the United Kingdom.

In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations said that the COAS had a field visit to Warminster and Larkhill Garrisons at the invitation of General Roland Walker, CGS UK Army.

“Niche technologies including AI and uncrewed systems were also showcased by the British Army during the visit,” it said.