Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa and Co-Chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Mr Bill Gates had a telephonic conversation, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Saturday.
According to a statement released by the ISPR, matters related to Pakistan’s commitment for comprehensive polio eradication and Covid-19 were discussed.
Mr Gates conveyed appreciation for Pakistan Army for supporting national polio drive, ensuring proper reach and coverage. The COAS said it was a national cause and credit goes to all involved in the process.
Mr Gates also appreciated Pakistan’s success against Covid-19 despite resource constraints.
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The COAS attributed the success to a true national response, executed through the mechanism of NCOC which allowed optimisation of resources.
The COAS appreciated his efforts towards this noble cause and assured him continued cooperation.