Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa, who is on an official visit to Belgium, Friday called on Minister of Defence Mrs Ludivine Dedonder, Chief of Defence Admiral Michel Hofman and Chief of Staff of the Land Component, Belgium Major General Pierre Gerard.

According to a statement released by the Inter Services Public Relations, matters of mutual interest, overall regional security situation and bilateral relations were discussed during the meetings.

COAS expressed that Pakistan values its bilateral relations with Belgium.

Both sides agreed to further optimize military-to-military ties, particularly in defence production, training, Counter Terrorism and intelligence domains.

Belgian dignitaries acknowledged the professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces. They also appreciated Pakistan's sincere efforts for peace and stability in the region and reiterated an earnest desire for enhancing bilateral cooperation in all domains.