Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir has passionately proclaimed that ensuring national security is the utmost priority, with no movement or individual taking precedence over this imperative.
While addressing the Parliamentary Committee on National Security, he fervently argued that achieving enduring stability requires a cohesive integration of all elements of national power. He highlighted an urgent call for improved governance and the necessity for Pakistan to embrace a ‘Hard State’ approach, questioning how much longer lives can be sacrificed under the ‘Soft State’ model.
The COAS called upon religious scholars to reveal and counter the distorted interpretations of Islam propagated by extremists.
He unequivocally affirmed that the security of Pakistan must stand above all else, advocating for a united national narrative that rises above political and personal interests. General Munir sent a stark message to those aiming to weaken Pakistan through terrorism, vowing to vanquish them and their supporters.
The army chief concluded with unwavering confidence, asserting that the country will ultimately overcome all obstacles and emerge victorious.