Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Gen Bajwa becomes first Pakistani chief guest at RMA Sandhurst passing out parade

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LONDON: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Friday attended the passing-out parade at the renowned Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst, in the United Kingdom. COAS General Bajwa became the first Pakistani ever to be the representative of the Queen during the sovereign’s parade at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst. Apart from … Read more

COAS Bajwa visits newly-established Army Cyber Command

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RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Friday visited newly raised Army Cyber Command, said a statement by ty Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). According to ISPR, the Army Chief visited Cyber Division and Army Center of Emerging Technologies, two of the main components of Army Cyber Command. COAS said the nature … Read more

COAS Bajwa condolences with families of martyred army officers

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RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Wednesday arrived in Quetta and met the families of army officers martyred in a helicopter crash in Balochistan. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), General Bajwa met with the families of Lt Gen Sarfraz Ali and Brigadier Muhammad Khalid who were onboard the army aviation … Read more

PM, COAS discuss search operation for missing army helicopter

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had a telephone conversation with Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa and discussed the situation after an army aviation helicopter went missing in Balochistan. The Army Chief informed the prime minister about the ongoing search operations since last night. The prime minister expressed concerns over the missing army … Read more

Gen Bajwa lauds Chinese PLA’s role in national security

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RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa has lauded the role of the Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) in China’s defence, security, and nation-building. According to Inter-Services Public Relations, the army chief was addressing a ceremony in connection with the 95th Anniversary of the founding of China’s PLA at GHQ in Rawalpindi. Chinese Ambassador … Read more

Gen Bajwa speaks to US diplomat over release of IMF funds

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WASHINGTON: Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa has reached out to Washington to request help in securing an early loan dispersal from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to avoid a default. According to a report by a foreign publication, Gen Bajwa spoke by phone with US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman in … Read more

Turkish commander discusses defence cooperation with Gen Bajwa

RAWALPINDI: Commander Turkish Land Forces General Musa Avsever on Tuesday called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at GHQ. During the meeting, matters of mutual and professional interest with special emphasis on defence and security collaboration between the two brotherly countries were discussed. According to Inter-Services Public Relations, COAS Bajwa said … Read more

German envoy pays farewell call on Army Chief

RAWALPINDI: German Ambassador Bernhard Stephan Schlagheck on Wednesday paid a farewell call to Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa. During the meeting at General Headquarters (GHQ), matters of mutual interest, overall regional situation, bilateral cooperation in various fields were discussed According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), COAS Bajwa said Pakistan attached … Read more

Pakistan respects all religions: COAS tells British Sikh soldiers

The army chief was talking to a delegation of 12-member British Sikh soldiers.

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa said the Kartarpur corridor is a practical manifestation of Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to religious freedom and harmony. The army chief was talking to a 12-member delegation of British Sikh soldiers headed by Deputy Commander Field Army UK, Major General Celia J Harvey, who called on him … Read more

PML-N twisting Imran’s statements, using those against army chief: Parvez Elahi

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LAHORE: Speaker Punjab Assembly (PA) Chaudhry Parvez Elahi has said on Thursday the services which Pakistan Army under leadership of Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa has rendered for eliminating terrorism and enhancing the prestige of the country and the nation at the international level are unforgettable. In a statement, he said the … Read more

Army chief, his wife visit martyred captains’ families on Eid

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa and his wife on Tuesday visited families of Captain Muhammad Kashif Shaheed and Captain Muhammad Saad Bin Amin Shaheed on 1st day of Eid. The COAS paid rich tribute to Shuhada and their families for their ultimate sacrifice in the service of motherland, said an … Read more

Pakistan looks forward to enhance cooperation with EU countries: army chief

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa, who is on an official visit to Belgium, has said Pakistan valued its relations with European Union countries and earnestly looked forward to enhance mutual cooperation based on common interest. The army chief called on Secretary General of the European External Action Service, Stefano Sannino and … Read more

General Bajwa reiterates to eliminate all remnants of terrorists, their abettors

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa has reiterated that we will eliminate all remnants of terrorists, their abettors and accomplices whatever is the cost. Read more: Terrorist attacks in Pakistan saw 42% increase in 2021: Report Chairing the 247th Corps Commanders’ conference in Rawalpindi on Wednesday, he said we have come a long … Read more

Army chief satisfied with performance of Chinese VT-4 tanks

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa has expressed his complete satisfaction on the performance of newly inducted Chinese VT-4 tanks equipped with sophisticated technology and latest weapon system coupled with enhanced mobility. After witnessing a corps level exercise at Kharian, General Qamar Bajwa stressed that realistic training in peace time was … Read more

Top military brass briefs legislators over national security issues

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The top military brass is briefing the lawmakers from the government and the opposition on national security issues at a meeting of the Parliamentary Committee on National Security (PCNS) in Islamabad on Monday. The meeting is underway in the capital with the National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser in the chair and Chief of Army Staff … Read more

Malicious propaganda by Indian military reflects its frustration: COAS

RAWALPINDI: Corps Commanders have taken serious note of the “malicious propaganda by the Indian military” and expressed resolve to take all necessary measures to safeguard Pakistan’s territorial integrity. The resolution in this regard was expressed during the 244th Corps Commanders’ Conference in Rawalpindi on Tuesday with Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa in the chair. … Read more

COAS assures army’s support to Kashmir cause

COAS vows full support to arrest killers of Sri Lankan national

Chief of the Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa has assured army’s full support and commitment to the Kashmir cause and the people of Kashmir. Talking to AJK Prime Minister Sardar Abdul Qayyum Niazi, who called on him on Saturday, General Qamar Bajwa congratulated the AJK PM on assumption of his new office and expressed … Read more

Pakistan to observe a day of mourning over demise of veteran Kashmiri leader

President, PM extend greetings to nation on Eid Milad-un-Nabi

Announcing a day of official mourning, Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday lauded Syed Ali Shah Geelani’s ‘courageous struggle’. “Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Kashmiri freedom fighter Syed Ali Geelani who struggled all his life for his people and their right to self-determination, the premier said in a tweet. He further said … Read more

COAS Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa celebrates Eid-ul-Adha with forces near Pak-Afghan border

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Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa celebrated Eid-ul-Adha with forces near the Pak-Afghan border in Kurram District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the military’s media wing said Wednesday.   According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relation, while interacting with the troops and sharing Eid-al-Adha greetings with them, the COAS appreciated their morale … Read more

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) attends 78th Formation Commanders’ Conference at GHQ

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Two days long 78th Formation Commanders’ Conference was held at GHQ. General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) presided the conference which was attended by Corps Commanders, Principal Staff Officers and all Formation Commanders of Pakistan Army. Participants were briefed on prevalent geo-strategic environment, challenges to national security and own strategy in response … Read more

Pakistan values to fraternal relations with Azerbaijan: COAS Gen Bajwa

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Rear Admiral Subhan Bakirov, Commander of Azerbaijan Naval Forces called on General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) at GHQ, today. During the meeting matters of mutual interest including defense, training, security cooperation between both countries, and overall regional security situation were discussed. COAS said that Pakistan values its brotherly relations with Azerbaijan … Read more

Military’s top brass reviews national security at Corps Commanders’ Conference

Military's top brass reviews national security at Corps Commanders’ Conference

Pakistan Army’s top officials attended the Corps Commanders’ Conference, held at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi on Tuesday (today). According to the statement issued by the media wing of Pakistan Military, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) the conference was chaired by Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa. The forum was apprised on evolving operational … Read more

ISPR: Army Chief inaugurates 100-bed hospital in Rawalpindi

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Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Thursday visited Fauji Foundation Headquarters in Rawalpindi, said Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement. According to the media wing of Pakistan military, General Qamar Javed Bajwa was briefed about the ongoing and future plans of the Fauji Foundation. Army Chief General Qamar Javed … Read more

Pakistan, Qatar underscore importance of defense cooperation

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Major General Saeed Hassen Mohammad Al-Khayareen, Commander Qatar Emiri Land Forces called on General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) at General Headquarters (GHQ), today. According to the official statement by the media wing of Pakistan military, during the meeting, matters of mutual and professional interest and regional security situation including Afghan Peace … Read more

Army Chief visits Logistics installations in Rawalpindi today

COAS meets foreign ambassadors

Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa visited Logistics installations in Rawalpindi here on Wednesday (today).

According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Army Chief was briefed regarding various facilities being developed and up-gradation of existing infrastructure.

COAS appreciated performance and commitment in the provision of top-class facilities and services.

He appreciated the indigenous development and maintenance program of diverse equipment and concept of one window operation for enhancing operational efficiency, added ISPR.

Earlier on arrival, he was received by Chief of Logistics Staff Lieutenant General Azhar Saleh Abbasi and Quarter Master General Lieutenant General Aamir Abbasi.

The same day, General Nadeem Raza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), in his keynote address, dilated upon the need to formulate appropriate responses and strategies emerging from the issues other than the traditional security concerns and said that all the relevant sectors of Pakistan contributed in the fight against this pandemic.

CJCSC thanked President NDU and ISSRA for organizing the seminar that enabled us to study the intricate challenges of the present time and to come up with innovative solutions for the national effort.

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Pakistan, India Must Resolve Longstanding Issue of Kashmir: COAS

Pakistan, India Must Resolve Longstanding Issue of Kashmir: COAS

The graduation ceremony of 144th GD (P), 90th Engineering Course and 100th AD courses was held at PAF Academy, Asghar Khan today. According to the Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR), Chief of Army Staff( COAS), General Qamar Javed Bajwa, was the chief guest on the occasion. Air Chief Marshal Mujahid Anwar Khan, Chief of Air Staff, … Read more

ISPR: COAS expresses satisfaction over level of defence relations with Qatar

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Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa during his visit to Qatar discussed bilateral matters with top leadership and expressed satisfaction over defence relations. According to the media wing of Pakistan Military, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) COAS General Qamar Javed is in Qatar on two days official visit. COAS met Qatar Emir, Sheikh … Read more