COAS General Asim Munir sternly warns against extremism
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In Rawalpindi, an esteemed gathering led by Dr. Azad Marshall, who serves as the Moderator and President of the Bishops within the Church of Pakistan and also holds the position of Bishop of Raiwind, convened to meet with the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Syed Asim Munir. This notable delegation consisted of 13 prominent members from the Christian Community, and the meeting took place at the General Headquarters, as reported by ARY News through the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on a Monday.
The discussion during this significant meeting spanned a wide array of topics that pertain to both the mutual interests of the attendees and the broader themes of religious and inter-faith harmony. ISPR, in a press statement, highlighted the importance of these dialogues in fostering understanding and unity among different religious groups in Pakistan.
General Syed Asim Munir, the COAS, took this opportunity to express his admiration for the invaluable contributions made by the Pakistani Christian Community to the nation's development. He particularly praised their efforts in advancing the causes of quality education, healthcare, and philanthropic services. Furthermore, the COAS acknowledged the Christian community's outstanding role in defending the motherland.
General Munir underscored the significance of promoting interfaith harmony in Pakistani society, aligning it with the vision of a united and progressive Pakistan set forth by the nation's founder, Quaid-e-Azam. He emphasized that Islam is a religion of peace, and there is no room for intolerance or extremism within Islam or the broader society. The COAS asserted that civilized societies cannot tolerate individuals taking the law into their own hands.
In a show of mutual appreciation, the Christian Community members also recognized the Pakistan Army's relentless efforts in combating terrorism and ensuring a secure environment for the country's minority communities. This meeting symbolized a collective commitment to fostering unity, understanding, and peace within Pakistan, transcending religious boundaries for the betterment of the nation as a whole.
