COAS and Centcom chief reaffirm desire to strengthen bilateral ties

US Central Command (Centcom) Commander General Michael Erik Kurilla on Monday called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Syed Asim Munir at the Pakistan Army General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi. According to a statement by the military’s media wing, the Centcom commander had a one-on-one meeting with the army chief. During the meeting matters of mutual interest, regional security situation and defense cooperation were discussed, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said. “Both reiterated the desire to further enhance bilateral relations in all fields,” it added The ISPR further stated that the visiting dignitary acknowledged and appreciated Pakistan Army’s successes in fight against terrorism and Pakistan’s continued efforts for bringing peace and stability in the region.