ISLAMABAD, 22 September 2021, (TON): Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa told Greek Ambassador Andreas Papastavrou, who called on him at GHQ, that Pakistan is safe for all sorts of international tourism, sports and business activities.

The army chief said “we encourage healthy bilateral exchanges in all areas of common interest.”

An Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) media release said “curing the meeting matters of mutual interest, regional security situation especially current situation in Afghanistan and cooperation in various fields were discussed.”

The Army Chief said that Pakistan remained committed to cooperating with its international partners for peace in the region and ensuring a stable and prosperous future for Afghan people.

He also lauded Pakistan’s role in Afghan situation including successful evacuation operations and efforts for regional stability.

On September 9, while talking to Qatar’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Gen Bajwa reiterated the shared resolve of extending humanitarian assistance for Afghans.

The military's media wing quoted the army chief  “Pakistan remains committed to working with its international partners for peace in the region and ensuring a stable and prosperous future for people of Afghanistan.”