Propaganda, fake news, externally sponsored terrorism cannot derail Pakistan’s progress: CDF Munir

CDF Munir address for staff course 2025-26 participants. PHOTO: ISPR

The Chief of Defense and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir stressed that “Pakistan’s destiny progress cannot be blocked through propaganda, fake news or externally sponsored terrorism,” during his visit to Quetta Garrison on Tuesday, where he addressed “officer students and faculty members of the wing’s Command and Staff College Quetta media.”

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), he “reiterated that hostile forces trying to derail Pakistan’s progress through proxies and propaganda will ultimately fail because of the resilience of the state and the unity of its people”.

“During his address, the Field Marshal appreciated high standards of training, intellectual rigor and professionalism which continue to be hallmarks of the Command and Staff College, Quetta,” ISPR said.

“He noted with satisfaction that the graduates of the college have continued to excel through their exceptional achievements and dedication to the profession,” the statement said.

CDF Munir highlighted the rapidly transforming nature of modern warfare and emphasized the importance of staying abreast of new technologies, multi-domain operations, tri-service synergy and future battlefield challenges, it said.

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The ISPR said: “He advised the officers to continuously train themselves and their troops to respond effectively to the changing nature of war while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, readiness and operational excellence”.

Later, the Field Marshal interacted with officers and troops of formations posted in Balochistan. Highlighting the contours of the prevailing security environment, he reaffirmed that the Pakistan Armed Forces, with the steadfast support of the people, remain fully committed to eradicating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, the military’s media wing said.

The Field Marshal also emphasized the importance of sustainable peace and stability in Balochistan and said that long-term progress depended on a people-centric approach, inclusive development and improved governance along with security measures, the statement added.

He appreciated the ongoing efforts of the government of Balochistan focusing on public welfare, socio-economic upliftment and strengthening the bond between the state and the people of the province, ISPR said.

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CDF Munir also appreciated the high morale, operational readiness and professional commitment of the officers and troops in maintaining peace, stability and the script of the state in Balochistan.

Earlier, on his arrival in Quetta, the Field Marshal was received by Commander Quetta Corps, the statement concluded.

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