ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has lauded the role of the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition in promoting stability in the region, a military statement said on Monday.
Major General Mohammed Bin Saeed Al Moghedi, Secretary General of the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition, met Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi, the military’s media wing, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), said in a press release.
During the meeting, both sides discussed matters of mutual interest, with a particular focus on regional security and enhanced cooperation in counterterrorism efforts.
They reaffirmed their shared commitment to combating terrorism and extremism through joint strategies, intelligence sharing, and capacity-building initiatives among member states.
“Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir appreciated the role of the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition in promoting stability and coordinated counter terrorism initiatives across the Islamic world,” ISPR said.
Major General Mohammed bin Saeed Al Moghedi acknowledged Pakistan’s contributions and sacrifices in the global fight against terrorism and commended the professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces.
The meeting underscored the shared resolve of both sides to further strengthen institutional cooperation in support of peace, stability, and security across the region.
A 17-member delegation of the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition is visiting Pakistan from February 2 to 6.
During the visit, the delegation will conduct a week-long training programme at the National University of Sciences and Technology, focusing on the reintegration and rehabilitation of extremist elements.
The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) is a military alliance of 43 Muslim nations.
It was established in December 2015 at the initiative of Saudi Arabia, with the aim of coordinating and reinforcing the joint efforts of Muslim countries in tackling terrorism.
The coalition includes Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Afghanistan, Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, Palestine, the United Arab Emirates, Bangladesh, and several other Muslim nations.
Former Pakistan army chief, General (retd) Raheel Sharif, was appointed as the commander-in-chief of the IMCTC in 2017.
Pakistan has good ties with Muslim countries globally, especially those in the Gulf Cooperation Council.
In September 2025, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia strengthened their strategic partnership by signing a mutual defence agreement.
This agreement states that an act of aggression against one country will be considered an act of aggression against the other.
