RAWALPINDI: The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Raheel Sharif said on Monday that Pakistan Army upholds the sanctity of all institutions and will resolutely preserve its own dignity and institutional pride.
“While our country is faced with multiple internal and external challenges, Pakistan Army upholds the sanctity of all institutions and will resolutely preserve its own dignity and institutional pride,” the COAS said while talking to Special Service Group (SSG) officers and soldiers during his visit to the Headquarters of SSG at Ghazi Base, Tarbela, according to a press release issued by the Inter Service Public Relations (ISPR).
During his visit, General Sharif paid glowing tributes to the sacrifices of the SSG soldiers and officers and acknowledged their tremendous success while fighting against terrorists.
“Pakistan Army takes pride in our brave and battle hardened Special Services Group who are ranked among the top elite forces of the world,” the COAS said on the occasion.
The ISPR said that given the specialized nature of their employment in the most sensitive, complex and challenging environment, the COAS praised them for their outstanding professional skills.
Speaking to SSG officers and soldiers, the COAS said that “Pakistan Army never has and never will shy away from rendering any sacrifice in ensuring a formidable defense and security of the motherland.”
The COAS further said that drawing its strength from national support, with its characteristic coherence and resilience, Pakistan Army has contributed immensely towards national security and nation building and will continue to deliver on its mission.
Earlier on his arrival, the army chief was received by the GOC SSG Major General Abid Rafiq.
