'Hybrid threats' demand civil-military synergy, says COAS
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir emphasised the importance of national unity, civil-military synergy, and a whole-of-nation approach in countering hybrid threats and fostering social cohesion, the military's media wing said on Saturday.
The army chief said this during his visit to the Multan Garrison, where he reviewed the operational preparedness of the formation and presided over the induction ceremony of the Z-10ME attack helicopters into Pakistan Army Aviation.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the all-weather platform, equipped with advanced radar systems and electronic warfare capabilities, is designed for precision strike missions. It is expected to significantly enhance Pakistan Army Aviation's operational capabilities against both aerial and ground threats.
Following the ceremony, Field Marshal Asim witnessed a live firepower demonstration by the Z-10ME helicopters at the Muzaffargarh Field Firing Ranges. The display showcased the Army's modernised response capabilities and the integration of combined arms tactics, the ISPR said.
The COAS was received by the corps commander and briefed at the Corps Headquarters on ongoing training activities and the overall operational readiness of the formation. He expressed satisfaction over the high state of preparedness and reaffirmed the army's unwavering commitment to defending national sovereignty and territorial integrity, the statement read.
Gen Munir also held an interactive session with members of academia and civil society, where he emphasised the importance of national unity, civil-military synergy, and a whole-of-nation approach in countering hybrid threats and fostering social cohesion, it added.
In his interaction with troops, the army chief praised their high morale, professionalism, and combat readiness. He commended the effective demonstration of battlefield tactics, reiterating the Army's resolve to maintain an edge amid evolving threats, the statement concluded.
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