On the occasion of Pakistan’s 80th Independence Day, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir hosted a special reception in honour of Pakistan Army veterans. The event was attended by a large gathering of retired officers and soldiers.
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Key Highlights from the Veterans’ Reception
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Institutional Value of Veterans: Field Marshal Asim Munir paid tribute to the lifelong services and contributions of military veterans in defending the country. He described their collective experience, guidance, and continuous engagement as a “valuable institutional asset,” particularly for navigating today’s complex and evolving security landscape.
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Reaffirmation of Support: The attending veterans expressed full confidence in the leadership of the Pakistan Army. They pledged their continued backing for the armed forces to address emerging security challenges and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting national unity, peace, stability, and prosperity.
Armed Forces’ Independence Day Message
In a joint felicitations message issued through the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, and Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu extended greetings to the nation on the country’s 80th Independence Day.
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Tribute to Founding Fathers & Martyrs: The military leadership paid homage to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the founding fathers, noting that their vision and resolve continue to inspire the nation. Deep recognition was also extended to martyrs, veterans, law enforcement personnel, and citizens who have served the state.
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Constitutional Commitment: Reaffirming their role as guardians of the nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, the Armed Forces pledged to defend the motherland against all threats, uphold the Constitution, and fulfill the trust reposed in them by the Pakistani public.
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Call for National Cohesion: The statement emphasized that Pakistan’s core strength lies in the unity of its people, calling on citizens to uphold the principles of Faith, Unity, and Discipline, foster tolerance, and work together toward a secure and prosperous future.
