Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir has said that numerous development projects have already been launched to benefit the people of Balochistan, but foreign-sponsored terrorism continues to pose the greatest threat to the province’s peace and progress.
The Army Chief said that Pakistan desires peace within the region and beyond, however, any violation of the country's sovereignty or regional integrity will be met with a forceful response.
He made these remarks while addressing participants of the 15th National Workshop held at the General Headquarters (GHQ). The event saw active participation from a diverse group representing Balochistan, including parliamentarians, bureaucrats, civil society members, youth, academics, and media professionals.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the aim of the workshop was to equip future Baloch leadership with an understanding of key national challenges and to promote integrated responses. The 15th edition of the workshop featured a significant representation from Balochistan, underlining the province's importance.
General Munir highlighted the government's continued focus on improving Balochistan’s socio-economic conditions and praised the role of civil society in raising awareness among the public. He also urged civil society to actively contribute to the province's development and prosperity.
The army chief reaffirmed that the nefarious designs of anti-state elements will not be allowed to succeed. “The enemy is attempting to incite violence, spread fear, and destabilize the province,” he warned.
