He was interacting with officers and troops at the commissioning of Chinese origin VT-4 Tank into Strike Formation in Gujranwala.

General Bajwa witnessed demonstration of VT-4 Tank which is a robust war fighting machine. Based on its advanced armour protection, high manoeuvrability and exceptional firepower, VT-4 can be compared with any modern main battle tank of the world. Equipped with auto transmission system and deep water fording operation capability, it is considered as a potent weapon of strike formations.

The Army Chief remarked that continuous up-gradation of conventional capabilities is imperative for maintaining qualitative edge over adversary and deter aggression. He said VT-4 Tank is another symbol of Pakistan – China strategic cooperation and defence collaboration, and its induction will boost strike capabilities of our formations.

The Army Chief also visited the Dynamic Integrated Training Simulator of VT-4.