CDF Munir, Russian minister discuss stronger secur...

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• ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Russia have agreed to strengthen bilateral security and defence cooperation, with discussions focusing on regional stability,  counterterrorism and closer coordination between their security institutions.
• The discussions also covered law enforcement training, with both sides agreeing to promote collaboration between the National Police Academy in Pakistan and the Russian Police Academy.
• The latest discussions indicate that the two countries are also seeking to broaden cooperation in security, law enforcement and institutional exchanges.

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Russia have agreed to strengthen bilateral security and defence cooperation, with discussions focusing on regional stability,  counterterrorism and closer coordination between their security institutions.

Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir met Russian Interior Minister Vladimir Kolokoltsev at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi on Wednesday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the meeting covered matters of mutual interest and the regional security situation.

Both sides stressed the need to strengthen institutional links and improve coordination between their respective security agencies. Field Marshal Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to expanding its longstanding relationship with Russia, particularly in security-related areas.

Kolokoltsev acknowledged Pakistan’s role in promoting regional peace and stability. He also appreciated the professionalism and sacrifices of Pakistani security forces in counterterrorism operations.