Field Marshal Asim Munir reaffirms Pakistan–Libya defence ties

RAWALPINDI: 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, the military’s media wing said.

According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Libyan Arab Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Khalifa Abu-al-Qasim Haftar, accompanied by Deputy Commander-in-Chief Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, called on Field Marshal Munir at the General Headquarters (GHQ).

“During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, with particular focus on regional security dynamics and avenues for professional cooperation,” the statement said.

The discussion underscored the importance of sustained engagement and collaboration between the armed forces of Pakistan and Libya, it added.

Field Marshal Munir welcomed the Libyan delegation and reiterated Pakistan’s support for peace, stability and institutional development in Libya, the ISPR said.

“The meeting was held in a cordial and constructive atmosphere, reflecting the longstanding friendly relations between Pakistan and Libya,” the statement added.

Earlier, upon his arrival at Noor Khan Airbase, Field Marshal Haftar was received by Field Marshal Munir. The Libyan commander also paid homage to the martyrs, laying a wreath at the Martyrs’ Memorial at GHQ.

In December, Pakistan signed a multi-billion-dollar defence deal with Libya for the sale of conventional military equipment. According to Reuters, the agreement — valued at over $4 billion — is among Pakistan’s largest-ever arms export deals and involves supplies to the Libyan National Army (LNA).