RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Thursday said force modernization and induction of advanced technologies were imperative for maintaining qualitative edge over adversary and to effectively deal with the evolving threats in various domains.

Addressing the participants during his visit to National Defence University in Islamabad, he said Pakistan stood for peace within and all around, as it looked forward to act as a bridge between regions.

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“Spoilers of peace in Afghanistan are risk to regional stability,” he maintained.

Expressing resolute support to the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, he stressed upon a peaceful and durable solution of Kashmir issue in line with relevant UN resolutions and aspirations of Kashmiri people.

Congratulating the participants on successful completion of their course, the COAS advised them to stay focused on attaining professional excellence while remaining abreast with revolutionary advancements in warfare which are redefining national security.

Earlier on arrival, COAS was received by Lieutenant General Muhammad Saeed; President NDU.