Pakistan hosts defence chiefs from US, Central Asia for landmark security talks

Rawalpindi (Dunya News) – Pakistan on Saturday hosted the Central & South Asia Chiefs of Defence Conference in Islamabad, bringing together senior military officials from the United States, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.

This high-level multilateral dialogue, themed “Strengthening Bonds, Securing Peace”, marks a pivotal moment for advancing regional military diplomacy and defence cooperation.

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir welcomed the international delegations and reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering dedication to peace, regional stability and mutual trust, according to Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR).

“In an era defined by transnational threats and complex hybrid challenges, the imperative for deeper military-to-military cooperation, strategic dialogue and mutual trust is paramount. Pakistan remains fully committed to working with partner nations to build a secure and prosperous regional environment,” Field Marshal Munir was quoted as saying by the statement.

Pakistan, Tajikistan pledge stronger defence cooperation in high-level military talks

Military cooperation

The forum served as a platform for in-depth exchanges on the evolving security landscape of Central and South Asia. Delegates engaged in discussions on collaborative training, counter-extremism strategies, cyber resilience and interoperability among forces. The conference concluded with a shared resolve to strengthen military-to-military ties and uphold national sovereignty, security, and peace.

Delegates lauded Pakistan’s leadership and hospitality, acknowledging the country's role in shaping an inclusive, forward-looking defence framework.