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Pakistan, China to continue protecting collective interests: COAS
Army Chief General Asim Munir has described the Pakistan-China ties as “unique” and added that the militaries of the two countries will continue “safeguarding collective interests”.
He made these remarks while addressing the ceremony held at GHQ in Rawalpindi to celebrate the 96th anniversary of the founding of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Wednesday.
While highlighting various facets of the deep-rooted ties between the two states, militaries, and the people, the COAS was quoted as saying: “Pakistan-China relationship is unique and robust that has proven its resilience in the face of all challenges.”
“The PLA and Pakistan Army are brothers in arms and our relationship will continue to contribute towards safeguarding our collective interests”, Gen Munir added.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chinese diplomat thanked the army chief for hosting the event for the 96th anniversary of the founding of the PLA.
