The Army would continue to measure up to the nation’s expectations, Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir said during a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and his cabinet members on Monday.

“Army will resolutely support the government in addressing the security challenges facing Pakistan,” he was quoted as saying in a statement issued by the military’s media wing.

In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations said that the PM was received by COAS Munir and was presented with a guard of honour. A floral wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhada was laid by the prime minister to pay tribute to the martyrs.

The PM and cabinet members engaged in discussions with military leadership on matters of national security, regional stability and military preparedness. The army briefed them on the security environment, threat spectrum, response to the security threats and ongoing counter-terrorism operations.

The PM and cabinet members appreciated the professionalism, operational readiness, and sacrifices of the Pakistan Army in the war against terrorism and commended the dedication of the Pakistan Army to safeguarding the nation’s territorial integrity and ensuring peace and stability.

PM Shehbaz assured that the government shall provide all the resources required for ensuring the operational readiness of the armed forces. “Pakistan is destined to rise and the role of the Armed Forces in ensuring the peaceful rise of Pakistan cannot be over-emphasized,” he said.

The army chief thanked the PM for the visit and for reposing confidence in the army.

The statement added that the visit concluded with civilian and military leadership reiterating their commitment to upholding national interests and working together for a prosperous and secure Pakistan.