Armed forces fully prepared to defend Pakistan against any threat: Field Marshal Asim Munir
Rawalpindi: Chief of Defence Forces of Pakistan and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir has noted that the armed forces are “undergoing major transformation in multiple domains.”
According to Kashmir Media Service, as per the press release issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) today, the army chief made the remarks while addressing troops of the Bahawalpur Garrison at Khairpur Tamewali in Punjab, where he witnessed a high-intensity field exercise ‘Steadfast Resolve’.
The corps, based at Bahawalpur Garrison, is a key strike formation of the Pakistan Army. Its area of responsibility includes the southern Punjab desert zone and its order of battle includes multiple divisions. It focuses on modern, technology-enabled, multi-domain operations, often conducting exercises in areas like Khairpur Tamewali.
“Character of war has evolved massively, with technological advancements driving the evolution, dictating huge mental transformation at all tiers,” the army chief observed.
“In the future, technological manoeuvres will replace physical manoeuvres and will fundamentally alter the way offensive and defensive operations are undertaken,” he added.
CDF Asim Munir also lauded the troops’ high morale, professional competence and operational preparedness and reaffirmed that the armed forces remain fully prepared to defend the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity “against all threats, emphasising the need to maintain optimum readiness to meet the requirements of future battlefield and security challenges”, the ISPR added.
During his visit to Bahawalpur Garrison, Field Marshal Munir was also briefed on “various operational, training and administrative aspects of the Corps, with special focus on preparations for multi-domain warfare”.
Upon his arrival at the garrison, the CDF was received by the Bahawalpur Corps commander. He also laid a floral wreath at the Martyrs’ Monument and offered prayers for the martyrs, paying tribute to their sacrifices. KMS—12A
