Pakistan hosts Regional Chiefs of Defence Staff Conference

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan hosted the Regional Chiefs of Defence Staff Conference in Islamabad, bringing together the senior military leadership from the United States of America, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Saturday.

“This landmark multilateral engagement marked a significant stride toward advancing regional security cooperation, military diplomacy, and strategic dialogue among participating nations,” the military’s media wing stated.

Held under the theme “Strengthening Bonds, Securing Peace”, the conference sought to reinforce security collaborations, enhance training initiatives, and facilitate the exchange of best practices in counterterrorism and other defence and security endeavours, the ISPR added.

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir Chief of Army Staff (COAS), formally welcomed the distinguished defence delegations and reaffirmed Pakistan’s steadfast commitment to peace, stability, and constructive engagement across the region.

 

Addressing the Regional Chiefs of Defence Staff Conference, General Syed Asim Munir emphasized the critical need for stronger military-to-military cooperation, strategic dialogue, and mutual trust to address transnational threats and hybrid challenges.

He also reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to collaborating with partner nations to foster a secure and prosperous regional environment.

“In an era defined by transnational threats and complex hybrid challenges, the imperative for deeper military-to-military cooperation, strategic dialogue, and mutual trust is paramount. Pakistan remains fully committed to working with partner nations to build a secure and prosperous regional environment,” General Syed Asim Munir.

“The high-level dialogue featured comprehensive exchanges on regional security dynamics, the evolving strategic environment in Central and South Asia, and the necessity of joint training initiatives, counter-terrorism cooperation, and coordinated humanitarian responses during crises,” the ISPR added.

Delegates collectively reaffirmed their shared resolve to uphold peace, respect, national sovereignty, and confront common security threats including terrorism, cyber insecurity, and violent extremism among others.

Participants commended Pakistan’s leadership, hospitality, and initiative in fostering such inclusive and forward-looking defence diplomacy.

“This strategic convergence reflects Pakistan’s enduring commitment to a secure, interconnected, and cooperative region, anchored in shared security interests and regional solidarity.”