US Central Command Chief, COAS Pakistan discuss security cooperation
Michael Kurilla, the head of US Centcom, congratulated General Asim Munir, the new Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan, on his appointment as the nation’s supreme leader.
US Centcom spokesman Col. Joe Buccino said in a statement that Michael Kurilla congratulated Pakistan’s new Army Chief during a video teleconference.
Gen Kurilla discussed US-Pakistan security cooperation efforts and strengthening the bilateral relationship.
The spokesperson said General Asim and General Kurilla have a previously established relationship from General Kurilla’ss time as CENTCOM Chief of Staff.
Today, General Michael "Erik" Kurilla conducted a video teleconference with Pakistan's new Chief of Staff of the Army, General Asim Munir Ahmed Shah, to congratulate him on his new position. pic.twitter.com/0gXvJ12wEF
— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) December 2, 2022
Since taking over as the 17th Army chief earlier this week, Pakistan’s new top general has been congratulated by both domestic and foreign leaders.
US Central Command Chief, COAS Pakistan discuss security cooperation
He took over for Gen. Qamar Javed Bajwa, who left the top position in the army after serving for six years.
