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Wednesday, April 04, 2012
Gen Kayani meets Saudi defence officialsRIYADH: Chief of Army Staff General (COAS) Ashfaq Parvez Kayani and senior Saudi defence officials on Tuesday vowed to enhance strategic relations between the two armies.
The army chief, who is on official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, called on Saudi Defence Minister Prince Salman Bin Abdul Aziz al Saud, Deputy Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Sultan bin Abdul Aziz and Royal Land Forces Commander General Khalid bin Bandar bin Abdul Aziz.
According to a Pakistani Embassy statement, during talks both sides noted that the ties between the kingdom and Pakistan had a unique nature of ties, which were long-lasting, time-tested and unmatched. The COAS expressed his gratitude to the kingdom and people for exemplary support extended to Pakistan at all times. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to maintain and reinforce their relationship for peace and security in the region. Detailed discussions were also held on various aspects of combat capabilities and professional skills and it was agreed to work hard to further enhance interaction between two armed forces and their combat capabilities. app
Courtesy www.dailytimes.com.pk