Defense cooperation, training, regional security mentioned in talks between military leaders
Defense Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir visited Libya on an official trip and met Field Marshal Khalifa Belqasim Haftar, Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Arab Armed Forces, and Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, Deputy Commander.
A contingent of the Libyan Armed Forces presented a guard of honor to Field Marshal Munir upon his arrival.
During the meeting with Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar, both sides discussed issues of common interest, regional security and ways to strengthen bilateral defense and military cooperation. They emphasized the importance of cooperation in training, capacity building and counter-terrorism.
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Field Marshal Asim Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthen defense ties with Libya based on shared interests.
Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar praised the professionalism of the Pakistani armed forces and expressed interest in expanding defense cooperation with Pakistan.
In early December 2025, Field Marshal Asim Munir addressed a guard of honor ceremony in Rawalpindi and highlighted the historical significance of the newly established defense headquarters. He described it as a crucial step in the evolving military landscape.
He said that in view of the increasing and changing threats, it is imperative to improve multi-domain operations under a unified system of the three armed forces.
