Tue, 21-Oct-2025

CJCSC discusses military cooperation with Qatar’s defence leaders

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RAWALPINDI: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza called on Deputy Prime Minister of Qatar and Minister of State for Defence Affairs Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan bin Ali Al Thani and Qatar Armed Forces Chief Lt General (Pilot) Jassim Mohammad Ahmed Al-Mannal. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), … Read more

CJCSC confers civil awards to eminent scientists, engineers

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RAWALPINDI: Deputy Chairman Development Control Committee and Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza conferred civil awards to the eminent scientists and engineers working under National Command Authority for their meritorious services. According to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), these awards were conferred on behalf of the President of Pakistan at the … Read more

Pakistan conduct successful training launch of Abdali Weapon System  

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RAWALPINDI: Pakistan conducted a successful training of the Abdali Weapon System, as surface to surface missile with a range of 450 kilometers as part of Exercise Indus. According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), purpose of this experiment was to ensure the practical preparation of the military forces and to test the technical aspects … Read more

ED Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure of SCO calls on CJCSC

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RAWALPINDI: Executive Director (ED) Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Major General Ularbek Sharsheyev called on General Sahir Shamshad Mirza Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) here Saturday at Joint Staff Headquarters.

During the meeting, both sides discussed evolving security dynamics in the region and collaborative measures to enhance counter terrorism cooperation.

The CJCSC acknowledged the efforts of SCO (RATS) for promoting regional cooperation to fight the menace of terrorism and reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to ensuring sustainable peace at the regional and global levels.

Visiting dignitary lauded the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their sacrifices in the fight against terrorism, it further said.

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CJCSC calls on UAE State Defence Minister, Chief of Staff

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RAWALPINDI: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza met with United Arab Emirates (UAE) Minister of State for Defence and Chief of the Armed Forces and discussed regional security environment and strengthening of bilateral-defence cooperation between the countries. CJCSC General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, who is on an official visit to the … Read more

CJCSC, Iraqi PM agree to expand scope of military cooperation

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ISLAMABAD: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), General Sahir Shamshad Mirza called on Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammad Shia’ Al Sudani and other officials.

CJCSC General Sahir Shamshad Mirza who is on an official visit to Republic of Iraq, also met with Thabet Muhammad Saeed Al-Abbasi, Defence Minister, Abdul Amir Al Shammari, Interior Minister and General Abdul Ameer Rasheed Yar Allah, Chief of Defence Forces.

According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), both sides discussed key areas of interest, including security, defense cooperation and the current regional environment.

The dignitaries explored ways to expand the scope of military cooperation between the two countries and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening defence ties.

The Iraqi civil and military leadership lauded the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their sacrifices in fight against terrorism.

Upon arrival at Iraq Armed Forces Headquarters, smartly turned out military contingent presented “Guard of Honour” to the Chairman CJCSC.

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CJCSC visits IDEAS-24, holds wide-ranging talks with foreign officials

CJCSC visits IDEAS-24, holds wide-ranging talks with foreign officials

General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), visited the 12th International Defence Exhibition and Seminar (IDEAS-24) on Thursday and held extensive discussions on the sidelines of the event. He met with defense ministers, armed forces commanders, and key officials from several countries, including Turkiye, Azerbaijan, South Africa, Argentina, Malaysia, UAE, Cambodia, … Read more

CJCSC calls for enhancing military cooperation with Azerbaijan

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RAWALPINDI: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), General Sahir Shamshad Mirza on an official visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan called on President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and military-civil leadership.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR),  both sides appreciated deep and historic relations between the two countries and discussed matters of mutual interest including evolving security dynamics of the region and enhancement of existing defence ties in multiple domains.

The CJCSC highlighted the importance of enhanced military cooperation between Pakistan and Azerbaijan and reaffirmed collective commitment towards peace and stability.

Azerbaijani leadership appreciated the professionalism and sacrifices of the Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged the commonality of views to expand existing cooperation by exploring multiple avenues to forge deeper ties with Pakistan.

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JCSC highlights emergence of new, complex healthcare challenges

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RAWALPINDI: General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (JCSC), on Tuesday attended the opening session of SCO Members States Seminar being hosted by Pakistan at Rawalpindi on theme of “Challenges in Military Medicines”.

The Chairman JCSC in his address highlighted that emergence of new and complex healthcare challenges, Pandemics and humanitarian crisis merit crafting of collective preparedness, response strategies and more importantly strengthening of multilateral collaboration amongst SCO nations especially in field of military medicines.

CJCSC reiterated that both Pakistani nation and Pakistan Armed Forces take great pride in our partnership with SCO and are fully committed to further expand this cooperation.

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CJCSC Sahir Shamshad Mirza visits NASTP

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  • The distinguished guest warmly received by Air Chief.
  • The visit aimed at highlighting significance of this project.
  • CJCSC termed NASTP as project of strategic significance.

ISLAMABAD: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), General Sahir Shamshad Mirza paid a momentous visit to the National Aerospace Science and Technology Park (NASTP), a strategic project led by Pakistan Air Force (PAF).

The visit was aimed at highlighting the significance of this cutting-edge initiative and its potential to revolutionize the national landscape in the fields of aerospace, cyber and computing.

On his arrival at the NASTP, the distinguished guest was warmly received by Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu. Principal Staff Officers along with high level civil and military officials were also present at the occasion.

During his visit, the Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee was given a firsthand glimpse of the state-of-the-art infrastructure, research & development centers, and innovation hubs dedicated to emerging & disruptive technologies.

The Air Chief elaborated on the park’s vision to become one of the world’s premier Aerospace, Cyber, and Computing clusters, fostering an environment of cutting-edge design, research and development.

Speaking at the occasion, the Chief of the Air Staff highlighted that NASTP under the patronage and support of the Government of Pakistan has evolved in a very short span of time through comprehensive planning, focused efforts and mutual collaboration.

He extended his appreciation to General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, and General Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff, for their invaluable cooperation, collaboration, and personal commitment, which played a pivotal role in bringing the true essence of the NASTP concept to fruition.

The CJCSC termed National Aerospace Science and Technology Park as a project of national and strategic significance that would reap multi-dimensional benefits for the country.

He emphasized that the NASTP project is poised to catalyze technological progress and enhance our national self-reliance. General Sahir Shamshad Mirza praised the efforts of Pakistan Air Force and its skilled personnel in the achievement of this unprecedented milestone in record time.

He also admired the dynamic leadership of the Air Chief, whose firm resolve and relentless efforts paved the way for the project to be completed at an unprecedented pace.

The NASTP  is all set to serve as a hub for collaboration between academia, industry, and the armed forces in the pursuit of technological advancements. By leveraging the expertise and resources of the Pakistan Air Force, the project aims to drive innovation, nurture talent, and facilitate the development of indigenous aerospace capabilities.

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Brigadier Mustafa Kamal Barki laid to rest at Army Graveyard

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  • Funeral prayer of Brigadier Mustafa Kamal Barki performed.
  • President, Prime Minister, CJCSC and COAS attended the funeral.
  • The officer was buried at Army Graveyard with full military honours.

RAWALPINDI: Funeral prayer of Brigadier Mustafa Kamal Barki who embraced martyrdom during an exchange for fire with hardcore terrorists in Angoor Adda, South Waziristan yesterday was performed at Race Course Rawalpindi.

According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), President Dr Arif Alvi, Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, DG Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) Lieutenant General Nadeem Ahmed Anjum and large number of serving and retired military officers and soldiers, government officials, parliamentarians and public attended the funeral.

The officer was buried at Army Graveyard with full military honours in acknowledgment of his services to the nation.

Throughout his military career, Brigadier Barki remained involved in active counter terrorism operations and successfully dismantled numerous terrorist networks in KPK and Balochistan. He was monumental in neutralizing the terrorist networks involved in APS attack 2016.

The nation recognizes his meritorious services in life and supreme sacrifice offered for Pakistan. Armed forces of Pakistan and intelligence agencies stand resilient against terrorism and reaffirm the resolve to eradicate this menace of terrorism at all costs.

Earlier, Havildar Azhar Iqbal, Naik Mohammad Asad and Sepoy Essa of Pakistan Army who embraced shahadat during an operation in Saggu, ​​Dera Ismail Khan were laid to rest with full military honours in Lodhran, Mian Channu and Bobar Ziarat, South Waziristan respectively.

The funeral & burial were attended by serving and retired military personnel, families and relatives of Shaheeds and a large number of people from various segments of the society.

Armed Forces of Pakistan and intelligence agencies stand resolute and determined to uproot the menace of terrorism at all costs.

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CJCSC discusses military ties with Saudi Assistant Defence Minister

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CJCSC Gen Sahir Shamshad Mirza met Saudi Assistant Minister of Defence Both discussed bilateral military and defence cooperation CJCSC General Mirza is in Saudi Arabia on his first official visit since assuming post Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza called on Assistant Minister of Defence of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia … Read more

Gen Sahir Shamshad Mirza assumes charge as CJCSC

RAWALPINDI: General Sahir Shamshad Mirza has assumed charge as Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) at the General Headquarters. In this regard, an impressive ceremony was held at Joint Staff Headquarters. According to an Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the ceremony was also attended by former chairmen Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee besides a large … Read more