ISLAMABAD – Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Qamar Javed Bajwa Fridayvisited exercise area near Jhelum and witnessed exercise of a Brigade inLine of Control (LoC) Environment.The exercise was aimed at stimulating battlefield conditions to train thetroops in a realistic environment, an Inter Services Public Relations pressrelease said.Fire of various weapon systems including tanks, antitank weapons, multiplecalibre artillery guns and PAF fighter jets was part of the exercise.The COAS appreciated the operational training standard and high morale oftroops.Talking to officers and men, he said Pakistan Army was fully invested inpeace and stability of the region. However, we are ready and resolute indefending the motherland against any misadventure.The COAS exhorted troops to focus on training and professional pursuits asthe strenuous training and highest standard of preparedness is the hallmarkto deter any belligerence. Commander Rawalpindi Corps was also present.