CDF Munir vows to strengthen Pakistan-Libya ties

2026-02-02 - 14:46

Chief of Defence Staff (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir on Monday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Libya, according to the military’s media affairs wing. In a statement, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said Libyan Arab Armed Forces Commander-in-chief Field Marshal Khalifa Abu-al-Qasim Haftar and Deputy Commander-in-chief Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar called on CDF Munir at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi. “During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, with particular focus on security dynamics in respective regions and professional cooperation,” the statement said. “The discussion underscored the importance of continued engagement and collaboration between the armed forces of Pakistan and Libya,” it said. CDF Munir welcomed the distinguished guests and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Libya, it said. “He emphasised Pakistan’s support for peace, stability, and institutional development in Libya,” it added. “The meeting was held in a cordial and constructive atmosphere, reflecting the longstanding friendly relations between Pakistan and Libya,” the statement said. Earlier, upon his arrival at Noor Khan Airbase, Field Marshal Haftar was received by CDF Munir, it added. “The dignitary also paid homage to shuhada and laid wreath at martyrs memorial at GHQ,” it added. In December, Pakistan had signed a multi-billion-dollar deal to sell conventional military equipment to the Libyan army. According to the Reuters news agency, the over $4 billion deal, one of Pakistan’s largest-ever weapons sales, will see arms sold to the Libyan National Army (LNA).