Pakistan, Syria discuss expanding defense and security cooperation

Senior officials from Pakistan and Syria convened on Friday to explore avenues for deepening bilateral ties in the defense and security domains. The high-level dialogue took place at the army’s central command in Rawalpindi, where Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaibani held talks with Pakistan’s top military leadership.

High-level talks at GHQ Rawalpindi

Al-Shaibani, leading a Syrian delegation, was received by Field Marshal Asim Munir, who serves as both army chief and chief of defense forces. The meeting was hosted at the General Headquarters, the nerve center of Pakistan's military operations. According to an official readout issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the discussions covered a broad spectrum of mutual interests, with particular emphasis on the shifting regional security landscape and shared strategic concerns.

Focus on regional stability and cooperation

Munir conveyed Pakistan's longstanding commitment to its fraternal relationship with Syria, while also sharing Islamabad's broader perspective on maintaining global peace and regional equilibrium. He underscored the necessity of collaborative mechanisms to tackle emerging security threats, urging closer coordination between the two nations' defense establishments. The army chief's remarks highlighted Pakistan's active role in fostering dialogue and stability across volatile regions.

Mutual commitment to stronger ties

In response, Al-Shaibani acknowledged the contributions of Pakistan's armed forces toward reinforcing peace and stability in the region. Both parties reaffirmed their determination to elevate bilateral engagement, particularly within the defense production and security cooperation spheres. The talks concluded with a shared vision for expanded collaboration, reflecting a convergence of strategic interests between Islamabad and Damascus amid a complex geopolitical environment.