Lahore: Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa said on Thursday that peace in Karachi was vital for the country’s security and stability.
COAS Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa made these observations during a visit to the Karachi Corps HQ and Malir Garrison.
In a statement, the Inter-Serices Public Relations (ISPR) said that Gen Qamar was given update on security situation of the province, especially Karachi, and operational preparedness of the Corps.
“COAS hailed performance of Pakistan Rangers in maintaining improved security in the metropolitan cnetre,” the military’s media wing added.
“Gen Qamar said that peace in national economic hub Karachi is vital for security and stability of Pakistan.” “COAS said that efforts will continue to maintain normalcy in Karachi and the province,” the ISPR said.
Published in Daily Times, March 2nd 2018.
