Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Wednesday.

The Prime Minister congratulated Syed Asim Munir on assuming office of Chief of the Army Staff. He said the entire nation is happy over Syed Asim Munir’s elevation as Chief of the Pakistan Army and this will further strengthen the trust and love between the people and the military.

Shehbaz Sharif said leadership of an able officer like you will be pivotal in further improving professionalism of the Pakistan Army.

They also exchanged views on professional matters of the Pakistan Army and national security.

Army Chief Syed Asim Muneer thanked the Prime Minister.

It was the first meeting of General Asim Munir with the Prime Minister after assuming office of the Army Chief.

Source: Radio Pakistan