Army chief discusses key issues with head of US Central Command

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Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Raheel Sharif has met Head of American Central Command, according to a statement by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Monday, local media reported.

Both the leaders discussed the security situation in Afghanistan along with other matters of mutual interests and professional issues.

On this occasion, General Joseph praised Pakistan army’s efforts for regional stability and peace in the region. He also laid flowers at the martyr’s monument to pay tribute to the martyrs of Pakistan army. On his arrival at General Headquarters (GHQ), he received the guard of honour from Pakistan army’s active contingent.

General Joseph also met Defence Secretary. According to Defence Ministry spokesperson, Defence Secretary raised the issue of reservations regarding F-16 fighter jets and assured General Joseph that the jets will be used against terrorism. He also raised the issues regarding Coalition Support Fund.

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  1. better to work on PLAN-B…….take quotations from china or russia……..lockheed mortin's rep met with indian deffence minister with offer who siad NO to purchase the said aircraft from them…

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