Rawalpindi (GNP): A high-level delegation from the Federal Republic of Somalia, led by Defence Minister H.E. Ambassador Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff & Chief of Defence Forces, at General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi.
During the meeting, matters of mutual interest, regional security dynamics, and measures to further enhance bilateral defence and security cooperation were discussed. Both sides underscored the importance of deepening military-to-military ties and capacity building initiatives to counter common security challenges.
The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s steadfast support and the professional role played by the Pakistan Armed Forces in promoting regional peace and stability. The Field Marshal reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to supporting Somalia in strengthening its security apparatus and fostering enduring peace in the region.
A high-level defence delegation of Somalia, led by its Minister of Defence, Ambassador Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, called on Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf at Naval Headquarters and Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu at Air Headquarters in Islamabad.
According to the ISPR, key matters of mutual professional interest, regional maritime security, and bilateral defence collaboration were discussed at Naval Headquarters.
The Chief of the Naval Staff reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening defence ties with Somalia.
At Air Headquarters, discussions focused on bilateral defence cooperation, professional collaboration, and capacity building.
The Chief of the Air Staff highlighted the Pakistan Air Force’s indigenous capability development, training, and professional exchanges, reaffirming the PAF’s commitment to supporting institutional cooperation with the Somali Air Force.
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The Somali Defence Minister lauded the Pakistan Navy’s contributions to regional maritime security and the Pakistan Air Force’s professionalism and operational capabilities.
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