Army Chief General Asim Munir has said that attempts to fracture therelationship between the army and the people of Pakistan have been foiled.
In his message for Defence Day, General Munir said that the bond of trustbetween the publich and army was an ‘asset’ and that some people hadrecently tried to harm that relationship.
He added that the army had folied the attempt with restraint and wisdom.
General Munir also added the army had displayed exemplary professionalismin the 1965 war and a remarkable display of national unity was shown.
He also said that the army was ready to respond to any act of aggressionevery soldier and officer values the defence of the country more than hislife.
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The army chief also added that a strong economy was a prerequisite for astrong defence and mutual cooperation will put Pakistan on the path toeconomic progress.
He also said that the sacrifices made by the army’s martyrs were an examplefor the nation and respecting them was an important responsibility.
The army chief said that the way Pakistan’s army had countered terrorism inthe country was unmatched.
