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Pakistan, Libya agree to enhance defence ties
RAWALPINDI: Pakistan and Libya have agreed to enhance defence cooperation through industrial collaboration and exchange of technical expertise to counter emerging security challenges. The development came during a high-level meeting between Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces, and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, at General Headquarters (GHQ) on Thursday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the discussions focused on matters of mutual interest, evolving regional dynamics, and defence collaboration. Earlier, upon his arrival at GHQ, the Libyan commander was presented with a guard of honour and laid a floral wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhada to pay tribute to the martyrs of the Pakistan Army. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
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a day ago
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Libyan armed forces chief meets naval chief
RAWALPINDI: Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces, met with Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf at the Naval Headquarters. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), both sides discussed matters of mutual interest, regional security dynamics, and avenues for enhanced bilateral defence cooperation. Admiral Ashraf briefed the visiting dignitary on Pakistan Navy's initiatives to promote peace and maritime stability in the region through Regional Maritime Security Patrols (RMSP). General Haftar appreciated the Pakistan Navy's efforts for ensuring maritime security and regional stability. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening defence ties between Pakistan and Libya, particularly in the maritime domain. The visit is expected to further boost military-to-military cooperation and deepen bilateral relations between the two countries. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
2 days ago
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- Express Tribune
Libya, Pakistan military chiefs discuss security
Commander in Chief of Libyan Armed Forces Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Friday at General Headquarters. Meeting encompassed discussion on matters of mutual interest, evolving regional dynamics, security challenges and matters pertaining to defence cooperation, said a press release issued by the ISPR. Both leaders agreed to undertake defense industrial collaboration and exchange of technical expertise to address contemporary security challenges. Upon his arrival at GHQ, he laid a floral wreath at the Yadgar-e-Shuhada to pay homage to the martyrs of Pakistan Army. Lieutenant General Haftar also called on Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Admiral Naveed Ashraf here Friday at Naval Headquarters. Upon arrival at Naval Headquarters, Commander-in-Chief of Libyan Armed Forces was received by Chief of the Naval Staff, said a press release issued by Directorate General Public Relations (Pak Navy). During the meeting, both leaders discussed matters of mutual interest, regional maritime security situation, and avenues for enhanced cooperation in training and defence. Lieutenant General Haftar along with his delegation called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met, at the Prime Minister House here Friday and discussed matters of mutual interest. On this occasion, the Prime Minister welcomed the Libyan Commander-in-Chief and his delegation to Pakistan. The meeting discussed cooperation between the two countries in various fields.
Express Tribune
2 days ago
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- Express Tribune
COAS Asim Munir, Libyan army chief discuss security, defence ties
Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar meeting with Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir on Friday, July 18, 2025. Photo: ISPR Listen to article Pakistan and Libya have agreed to enhance bilateral defence cooperation through industrial collaboration and the exchange of technical expertise, in a bid to address evolving regional security challenges, the military's media wing reported on Friday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the understanding was reached during a meeting between Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi. The two military leaders discussed matters of mutual interest, regional dynamics, and emerging security threats, while expressing commitment to strengthening defence ties between the two countries. Upon arrival at GHQ, Lieutenant General Haftar was presented with a guard of honour by the Pakistan Army. He also laid a floral wreath at the Yadgar-e-Shuhada to pay tribute to the martyrs of the Pakistan Army. Commander-in-Chief of Libyan Armed Forces Lt. General Saddam Khalifa Abu Qasim Haftar calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. — Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) July 18, 2025 Later in the day, the Libyan Commander-in-Chief, accompanied by a delegation, called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad. Welcoming the visiting dignitary, the PM expressed hope for greater collaboration between Pakistan and Libya across multiple sectors, including defence, economy, and people-to-people exchanges. The two sides held discussions on enhancing bilateral ties, with a particular focus on security cooperation and shared regional interests. Lieutenant General Haftar thanked PM Shehbaz for the warm hospitality extended to him and his delegation during the visit.
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2 days ago
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Libyan army chief meets Chief Marshal Munir, vows defence cooperation
Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at the General Headquarters (GHQ) on Friday, the military's media wing said. During the meeting, the two military leaders discussed matters of mutual interest, regional developments, security challenges, and avenues for enhanced defence cooperation. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), both sides agreed to collaborate in the defence industrial domain and exchange technical expertise to deal with emerging security threats. Pakistan, Indonesia reaffirm defence cooperation Earlier, Lieutenant General Haftar was welcomed at GHQ with a guard of honour by a smartly turned-out contingent of the Pakistan Army. He also laid a floral wreath at the Yadgar-e-Shuhada (Martyrs' Monument) to pay tribute to the sacrifices of Pakistani soldiers.
