ANKARA, Turkiye: Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir called on Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Minister of National Defence, Yasar Guler, in Ankara to discuss matters of mutual interest and regional security, the Pakistan military’s wing said on Tuesday.
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir is currently on a high-level official visit to Turkiye, aimed at further enhancing the deep-rooted strategic and defence ties between the two nations.
Upon his arrival, Field Marshal Munir was extended a warm reception reflecting the historic and brotherly relations between Pakistan and Turkiye.
During the visit, the Field Marshal held a series of high-level engagements with the Turkish political and military leadership.
Field Marshal Syed Asim called on President Erdogan and Minister of National Defence Yasar Guler. During the meeting, they discussed matters of mutual interest and regional security, the military’s media wing, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement.
“These high-level deliberations underscored the shared vision of both nations to foster a more robust strategic partnership in an evolving geopolitical environment,” ISPR stated.
“President Erdogan received Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces of Pakistan, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, at Ankara Airport,” the Turkish Presidency said in a post on X.
President @RTErdogan received Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defense Forces of Pakistan, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, at Ankara Airport. pic.twitter.com/jz6KzNIlVv
— Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye (@trpresidency) July 14, 2026
At the Turkish General Staff (TGS) Headquarters, the Field Marshal was welcomed with a Guard of Honour.
He held a detailed meeting with Chief of the Turkish General Staff General Selcuk Bayraktaroglu. The two leaders discussed regional security dynamics and professional matters of mutual concern, ISPR said.
Field Marshal Munir was bestowed upon Turkish Armed Forces Distinguished Service Medal by General Selcuk Bayraktaroglu in recognition of his meritorious services and commitment to bolstering bilateral military cooperation.
The Field Marshal visited the Turkish Land Forces (TLF) Headquarters, where he was received by General Metin Tokel, Commander of the Turkish Land Forces.
Field Marshal Munir visited Anıtkabir, the Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, where he laid a floral wreath and paid respects to the founder of modern Turkiye, acknowledging his visionary leadership and the deep-rooted historical bonds between the two nations, ISPR said.
The visit of the Field Marshal signifies the resolve of both nations to further strengthen their multifaceted defence relationship and continue their joint efforts for regional peace and stability, the military’s media wing said.
