Shafaqna Pakistan: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan during his official visit to Türkiye, reaffirming the two countries’ commitment to strengthening strategic and defence cooperation.
During the visit, Field Marshal Munir also held separate meetings with Turkish Defence Minister Yaşar Güler and senior military officials to discuss regional security, matters of mutual interest and the evolving geopolitical situation.
Talks with President Erdoğan focused on regional developments and ways to further deepen the longstanding strategic partnership between Pakistan and Türkiye, while discussions with Defence Minister Güler underscored the shared commitment to expanding bilateral defence cooperation and addressing common security challenges.
At the Turkish General Staff Headquarters, Field Marshal Asim Munir was accorded a Guard of Honour before holding detailed discussions with General Selçuk Bayraktaroğlu, Chief of the Turkish General Staff. The talks covered regional security dynamics and professional military matters of mutual concern.
During the visit, General Bayraktaroğlu conferred the Turkish Armed Forces Distinguished Service Medal on the Field Marshal in recognition of his meritorious services and his contribution to strengthening bilateral military cooperation between Pakistan and Turkiye.
The Field Marshal also visited the Turkish Land Forces Headquarters, where he was received by General Metin Tokel, Commander of the Turkish Land Forces, as part of engagements aimed at further enhancing military-to-military cooperation.
As part of his itinerary, Field Marshal Asim Munir visited Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, founder of modern Turkiye. He laid a floral wreath and paid tribute to Atatürk, acknowledging his visionary leadership and the enduring historical ties between the two nations.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the visit reflects the resolve of Pakistan and Turkiye to further strengthen their multifaceted defence relationship and continue joint efforts to promote regional peace, stability and security.
Source: Dunya News
