COAS visits Pentagon

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WASHINGTON, July 23 (APP): The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Qamar Javed Bajwa visited Pentagon. On arrival, COAS was received by Chairman Joint Chief of Staff General Joseph F. Dunford. Also, COAS was presented guard of honour with 21 gun salute.

The Army Chief had discussion session with Acting Secretary of Defence  Richard V. Spencer and CJCS. Regional security situation including Afghan peace process was discussed in a meeting.

However, Secretary and CJCS acknowledged contributions of Pak Army in war against terrorism and role towards Afghan peace process.

Moreover, The Chief of Army Staff also met Chief of Staff of US Army, General Mark A Milley and matters related to security and bilateral military cooperation were discussed.

Later, COAS visited Arlington National Cemetery to pay homage to US National heroes. A special ceremony was held at cemetery playing national anthem of both countries.

VNS, ISPR