COAS Sharif visits troops in FATA

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Raheel Sharif visited Field Formations in FATA on Thursday. This was the first visit of Army chief Sharif to North and South Waziristan after assuming command on 29 November, 2013.

An ISPR press release said that during his interaction with officers and soldiers in Miranshah and Wana, the Army chief expressed satisfaction and the state of combat readiness along with the high morale of troops.

General Sharif also lauded their achievements towards bringing stability in these areas through development projects being undertaken by the army which are likely to contribute in the national effort for durable peace and economic prosperity in areas affected by terrorism.

The press release further said that the Army chief advised officers and soldiers to continue working with the army’s traditional unflinching resolve and utmost dedication in the service of the nation.

Upon his arrival, the COAS was received by Lt. General Khalid Rabbani, Commander 11 Corps.