ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari appreciated the role of the army in fighting terrorism in a meeting with Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir at the President House on Wednesday.
The army chief met the president and congratulated him on assuming office and wished him well during his tenure.
He briefed the president on the ongoing operations against terrorism and highlighted the operational preparedness against conventional threats.
The army chief also informed the president about the contributions of army towards development initiatives, particularly in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The president expressed satisfaction over the efforts of the army towards social development in terrorism and extremism affected areas.
He also reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to eradicating terrorism with the nation’s steadfast resolve.
He on the occasion paid homage to martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the country.
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