Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Tuesday met Commander Army People’s Liberation Army (PLA) General Han Weiguo and Vice Chairman of Central Military Commission (CMC) General Xu Qiliang at PLA Headquarters in Beijing, an Inter-Services Public Relations press release stated.
Regional security environment including situation in Indian-held Kashmir (IHK) and Pakistan-China defence cooperation were discussed during the meetings. The COAS apprised the Chinese military leadership about consequences of the ongoing situation in the occupied valley if it’s not resolved amicably for which India needs to respect UN resolutions and ensure the human rights of Kashmiris.
The Chinese military leadership while supporting Pakistan’s principled stance on Kashmir issue, appreciated sane Pakistani approach in the interest of peace. They agreed that unresolved tensions between Pakistan and India will have serious implications for peace and stability in the region. The COAS apprised them that Pakistan looks forward to peace but that shall not be at the cost any compromise on principles or honour and dignity of the nation.
Both sides also discussed the developing situation in Gulf and efforts for peace in Afghanistan. They also agreed to enhance existing defence cooperation in line with history of mutual time tested relationship. Earlier upon arrival at the PLA Headquarters, the COAS was presented a guard of honour.
