Key points
- Field Marshal Asim Munir visits Multan Garrison
- Presides over the induction ceremony
- Lauds troops’ exceptional morale, professionalism, and combat proficiency
RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, chief of army staff (COAS) of Pakistan, visited the Multan Garrison.
At Corps Headquarters, Field Marshal Munir was briefed on the formation’s operational preparedness and ongoing training activities, said a press release issued by Pakistan military’s media wing, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Saturday.
Expressing satisfaction over the high standards of readiness, he reaffirmed the Pakistan Army’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding national sovereignty and territorial integrity. Later, Field Marshal Munir engaged with members of academia and civil society in an interactive session, where he underscored the significance of national unity, civil-military synergy, and a whole-of-nation approach in countering hybrid threats and fostering societal cohesion.
Induction ceremony
Field Marshal Munir also presided over the induction ceremony of the Z-10ME attack helicopter into Pakistan Army Aviation.
This state-of-the-art, all-weather platform is capable of precision strike operations day and night. Equipped with advanced radar systems and cutting-edge electronic warfare suites, the Z-10ME significantly enhances the Army’s capability to engage diverse aerial and ground threats.
Later, Field Marshal Munir witnessed firepower demonstration by the newly inducted Z-10ME helicopters at the Muzaffargarh Field Firing Ranges. The induction of this potent system marks a major leap in the modernisation of Army Aviation, reinforcing its integrated battlefield response and capacity to deliver decisive effects against potential adversaries.
Exceptional combat proficiency
Interacting with troops, Field Marshal Munir lauded their exceptional morale, professionalism, and combat proficiency.
He appreciated the successful demonstration of combined arms tactics, reflecting the Army’s firm resolve to maintain a decisive edge in the evolving character of warfare.
Earlier, upon arrival at Multan Garrison, Field Marshal Munir was warmly received by the Corps Commander Multan.
