ISLAMABAD - Chairman Joint Chief of Staff Jordan Armed Forces Major General Yousef Ahmed Al-Hnaity called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Wednesday.

"During the meeting matters of mutual and professional interest and regional security situation were discussed,” says a press release issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Directorate.

According to Pakistan Army’s media wing, on this occasion COAS said that Pakistan values its brotherly relations with Jordan and Pakistan Army looks forward for enhanced defence and security cooperation with Jordan Armed Forces. The visiting dignitary appreciated professionalism of Pakistan Army and its continuous efforts for regional peace and stability.

Meanwhile, Major General Yousef Ahmed Al-Hnaity, who is on official visit to Pakistan, called on Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Nadeem Raza at Joint Staff Headquarters, Rawalpindi.

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"Matters of bilateral professional interest and further strengthening of security and defence cooperation between the two countries were discussed during the meeting, according to the press statement. "Both sides also deliberated upon prevailing international and regional security environment.”

Major General Yousef Ahmed Al-Hnaity lauded the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their sacrifices in fight against terrorism. Earlier, upon arrival at Joint Staff Headquarters, a smartly turned out tri-services contingent presented ‘Guard of Honour’ to the visiting dignitary.