ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defense Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, said the fight against terrorism would continue with full national resolve until enduring peace and stability were achieved across the country.
He said this at the investiture ceremony to confer military awards on officers and soldiers of the Pakistan Army, held at General Headquarters, Rawalpindi, on Thursday, according to a press release issued by the Pakistan military’s media wing, the Inter-Services Public Relations.
Field Marshal Munir, as the chief guest, conferred the awards to the families of martyrs, officers and soldiers in recognition of exceptional gallantry in operations and distinguished services rendered to the nation.
Decorations conferred included 50 Sitara-i-Imtiaz (Military) and 12 Tamgha-i-Basalat.
Medals awarded posthumously were received with honor by the families of martyrs.
Fight against terrorism
Field Marshal Munir paid tribute to the martyrs and war heroes.
“Shuhada and Ghazis remain the enduring pride of the nation. Their honor and sacrifice are a sacred trust for every Pakistani. Peace and security of our motherland are owed to their supreme sacrifices and unwavering devotion to duty.”
He also expressed profound admiration for the resilience, dignity and steadfastness demonstrated by the families of martyrs, acknowledging their unparalleled sacrifices and unwavering commitment to the homeland.
Commending the operational preparedness and unwavering resolve of the Pakistan Army and law enforcement agencies, Field Marshal Asim Munir lauded their sustained efforts against terrorists and reaffirmed that the fight against terrorism will continue with full national resolve until enduring peace and stability are achieved across the country.
