#ISPR
The visit of General Syed Asim Munir #COAS to the US will have a significant impact on #Pakistan, after a period of isolation, this visit will bring about positive changes, the contributions made by the #PakistanArmy and contingents of Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) have been widely acknowledged by US secretaries of defence and state, White House national security adviser and a big contingent of important Washington based think tanks. Sources close to the interactions reveal that the General appeared to his hosts as a diehard patriot who has good grip over regional and national issues.
His approach remained consistent and rock solid in prioritizing Pak over anything else. The conviction to country, thoroughness in preparing for visit and professional outlook impressed the US counterparts.
The most consequential part of visit was away from media spotlight and involved COAS Gen Asim Munir candid discourse with members of prominent Pak watchers on Capitol Hill, US think tanks.
▪️COAS focused his exchanges on Pakistan's perspective on regional security, challenges of transnational terrorism & imp of strategic stability in South Asia.
▪️To acknowledge Pakistan as a geopolitical & geoeconomic power that wants to become a hub of connectivity & a gateway to Central Asia, but opposes Block Politics & prefers balanced relations with friendly nations.
▪️Pakistan wants a long-term multi-domain collaboration with the US aimed at strengthening the bilateral-ties.
▪️To acknowledge Pakistan’s role in combating transnational terrorism for decades.
▪️Pakistan’s desire to resolve Kashmir issue according to UNSC Resolutions.
▪️To urgently stop Gaza’s suffering, provide humanitarian aid and execute a two-state solution for lasting peace.
The trip of General Syed Asim Munir COAS has thawed icy relations and alleviated Pakistan’s isolation. This visit is likely to bring fresh impetus in bilateral relations with hopefully favorable rules of business for Pakistan.