F.P. Report
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan and Indonesia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation and explore new avenues in economic, strategic, and defence sectors.
It was highlighted during meetings between Indonesian Defence Minister Lieutenant General (Retd) Syafrie Samsudin and Pakistan’s civil and military leadership on Tuesday.
The Indonesian Defence Minister, leading a delegation of officials from various services and intelligence agencies, called on Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi. Both sides discussed bilateral defence collaboration, regional security dynamics, and ways to further enhance military ties.
The COAS emphasized the importance of mutual cooperation for maintaining regional peace and stability.
Lieutenant General Syafrie Samsudin appreciated Pakistan Army’s efforts in the fight against terrorism and reaffirmed Indonesia’s commitment to deepening defence relations with Pakistan.
Earlier, the Indonesian Defence Minister met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad.
Prime minister reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to expanding collaboration with Indonesia in investment and joint ventures, particularly in defence production. He recalled his meeting with Indonesian President Prabowo Subiantuo on the sidelines of the G-8 Summit in Cairo and conveyed his best wishes.
Both sides reviewed the progress on initiatives under the Pakistan-Indonesia Defence Cooperation Agreement and agreed to accelerate the implementation of key projects of mutual interest.
Indonesian Defence Minister also conveyed best wishes from the Indonesian President to the Prime Minister and the people of Pakistan, expressing Indonesia’s desire to strengthen ties across multiple sectors.
