Chief of Defence Forces and Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir has said that historical bond between State of the Holy Prophet and the State of Pakistan is deep rooted, adding that the defense agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is historic, reported 24NewsHD TV Channel.
Addressing the participants of Ulema and Mashaikh conference, Chief of Defence Forces said that Allah Almighty has bestowed on Pakistan the honor of being the guardians of the two holy places, which is a source of pride for us.
Field Marshal urged religious scholars to keep the nation united and promote religious tolerance to create environment of peaceful co-existence in the society.
Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir said that when a nation that abandoned the pursuit of knowledge and love for the pen, chaos and corruption prevailed in their society.
Field Marshal asserted that honor and power are earned through hard work and knowledge, adding that these virtues are not achieved by creating division in the society. He said in an Islamic society, no one except state can issue order for waging of Jehad. Army Chief said Pakistan was hit hard by menace of terrorism which is being waged by India as terrorism was India’s favorite tool.
Field Marshal asserted that Pakistan Army never acted against enemy in darkness and dare act openly. Army Chief said with the grace of Gold Almighty, Pakistan Army got huge success against India in Marka-e- Haq.
Reporter: Ahmed Mansoor