RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Gen Syed Asim Munir has said that the Pakistan Army will continue to provide all-out support to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa police and other law enforcement (LEAs) to help them carry out their duties in the newly merged districts.
He also emphasized the need for the continued capacity building of law enforcement agencies (LEAs), said a press release issued by the army’s media wing, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
The army chief said this during a visit to Orakzai district, where he addressed the troops who had participated in the recently conducted counter-terrorism actions in Tirah Valley and surrounding areas.
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The COAS was given a comprehensive briefing on overall security situation, ongoing intelligence-based counter-terrorism operations and multi-prong measures being undertaken to ensure stability in merged districts.
In his interaction with officers and troops, the COAS appreciated their high morale and readiness to give effective response against all types of threat.
He reiterated the resolve to comprehensively defeat hostile terrorist nexus and eliminate activities in illegal spectrum.
Paying rich tribute to Shuhada and Ghazis of army and LEAs, the COAS said that the hard earned peace achieved with nation’s great sacrifice would be maintained at all costs. “Sacrifice of our martyrs strengthen our resolve to fight with utmost dedication and spirit of sacrifice,” he said.
The army chief also lauded the contribution being made by police and LEAs in KP.
The COAS also appreciated the support of local population in assisting security forces, noting that their positive role is essential in sustaining peace in the region.
The COAS laid the wreath at Yadgar e Shuhada.