Azerbaijan’s NF Commander calls on CJCSC Gen. Tariq Majid

Staff Report

RAWALPINDI: Vice Admiral Shahin Sultanov, Commander Azerbaijan Naval Forces (NF) called on General Tariq Majid, Chairman Joint of Staff Committee (CJCSC) at Joint Staff Headquarters Chaklala on Monday.

According to an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) press release, they exchanged views on regional security, bilateral defense cooperation and other matter of professional interest.

Admiral Sultanov also offered condolences over the loss of precious lives, expressed solidarity and pledged support from the public and Government of Azerbaijan to the flood victims.

While conveying good wishes for the people and Government of Azerbaijan, General Tariq Majid thanked the Vice Admiral for assistance worth $2 million, and goods worth $0.69 million for flood relief activities. SAMAA

Azerbaijan’s NF Commander calls on CJCSC Gen. Tariq Majid

Staff Report

RAWALPINDI: Vice Admiral Shahin Sultanov, Commander Azerbaijan Naval Forces (NF) called on General Tariq Majid, Chairman Joint of Staff Committee (CJCSC) at Joint Staff Headquarters Chaklala on Monday.

According to an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) press release, they exchanged views on regional security, bilateral defense cooperation and other matter of professional interest.

Admiral Sultanov also offered condolences over the loss of precious lives, expressed solidarity and pledged support from the public and Government of Azerbaijan to the flood victims.

While conveying good wishes for the people and Government of Azerbaijan, General Tariq Majid thanked the Vice Admiral for assistance worth $2 million, and goods worth $0.69 million for flood relief activities. SAMAA

Swedish Ambassador calls on CJCSC Gen. Tariq Majid

Staff Report

RAWALPINDI: H.E. Mrs. Ulrika Sundberg, Ambassador of Sweden called on General Tariq Majid, Chairman Joint Chief of Staff Committee at Joint Staff Headquarters, Chaklala.

According to an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) press release, the dignitary remained with the CJCSC for some time and discussed regional security developments, defense cooperation aspects and other matters of mutual interest between the two countries.

General Tariq Majid thanked the government and people of Sweden for cumulative assistance of USD 23 million through donor agencies for flood relief and appreciated the Ambassador’s role in bolstering bilateral cooperation between the two countries in diverse fields. SAMAA

President NDU makes farewell call on CJCSC Gen.Tariq Majid

Staff Report

RAWALPINDI: President National Defence University (NDU), Lieutenant General Muhammad Yousaf made a farewell call on General Tariq Majid, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) at Joint Staff Headquarters, on the day of his retirement.

According to an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) press release, General Yousaf stayed with CJCSC for some time and discussed matters of professional interest.

General Tariq Majid appreciated the efforts put in by General Yousaf as President National Defence University for bringing appreciable improvements in the coveted institution, especially the mammoth work undertaken to successfully transform its status from a college to university, and stated that he would be remembered and respected for his valuable contributions. SAMAA

CJCSC Gen.Tariq Majeed not interested in service extension

Staff Report

RAWALPINDI: The Chief of Joint Services Chiefs Committee (CJCSC), General Tariq Majeed, has categorically said that he is not interested in an extension of his service period.

A handout issued by Joint Staff Headquarters has categorically stated that General Tariq Majid is neither interested, nor an aspirant for his extension in tenure as CJCSC.

Terming the impression created by the article ‘Many aspire for the slot of CJCSC’ as misleading and an unfair attempt to spoil the image, General Tariq is reported to have said, “I have no desire for an extension and would very much like to retire on due date”.

While conveying disappointment on the incorrect speculative reporting, the personal staff of CJCSC also informed that General Tariq has asked for dispensing with farewell ceremonies and traditional dine outs by the service headquarters and

N-League says ‘not taken into confidence on COAS tenure’

ISLAMABAD: Ahsan Iqbal, Central Information Secretary of Pakistan Muslim League-N, Saturday said the government did not take his party into confidence over the extension of Army Chief”s service tenure.

Addressing a press conference, here Ahsan Iqbal said that the party’s stand on the issue will be presented upon return of PML-N Chief Nawaz Sharif to the country.

On the issue of fake degrees, the PML-N leader said that his party is ready to sacrifice Punjab Government.

On a question regarding making secure the heads of four state institutions, he described Prime Minister’s argument as illogical, saying it will give birth to a new crisis.

“Two and a half year’s time has passed but the government has so far failed to resolve even the most fundamental issues,” he maintained.

He demanded of the government to uncover by passing an accountability bill the corrupt mafia that it (government) has been patronizing.

Admiral Mullen calls on Gen Tariq Majid

RAWALPINDI: Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, United States, Admiral Michael G Mullen, called on Chairman Joint Chiefs Of Staff Committee (CJCSC), General Tariq Majid at Joint Staff Headquarters, Chaklala

During meeting they discussed international security developments, outcome of US – Pakistan strategic dialogue, Kabul conference and its effects on the region, India – Pakistan confidence building, progress on efforts by Pakistan against terrorism and violent extremism and other matters of bilateral interest.

Hussain Haqqani calls on Gen Tariq Majeed

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan”s Ambassador to the United States Hussain Haqqani, who is currently visiting Pakistan, called on General Tariq Majid, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) here at Joint Staff Headquarters on Monday.

The Ambassador stayed with the CJCSC for some time and discussed matters of military interest, said an ISPR press release issued here.

CJCSC Majeed calls on President

ISLAMABAD: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Tariq Majeed called on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr on Tuesday.

Matters pertaining to security situation and professional capabilities of the armed forces were discussed, a press release said.

Thousands of ultra-Orthodox protest in Israel

JERUSALEM: Tens of thousands of black-clad ultra-Orthodox Jews staged mass demonstrations on Thursday to protest a Supreme Court ruling forcing the integration of a religious girls’ school.

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