Islamabad, Pakistan: A significant regional military conference was held in Pakistan on Saturday, marking a major milestone in regional defence collaboration. Senior military commanders from the United States, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan attended the Regional Chiefs of Defence Staff Conference in Islamabad, highlighting growing efforts to bolster regional security discourse.
According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the event titled “Strengthening Bonds, Securing Peace” aimed to deepen cooperation in military training, counterterrorism strategies, and crisis response systems. The conference provided a platform for the exchange of best practices and the fortification of strategic defence partnerships. Source: ISPR Press Release
The Observer Guardian noted that this event reflects Pakistan’s continued efforts to reposition itself as a key security player in Central and South Asia amid evolving geopolitical landscapes.
The visiting delegations were formally received by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS). In his opening remarks, he emphasized the critical role of cooperation and trust in tackling modern security challenges, such as hybrid warfare and transnational threats.
“Persistent military diplomacy,” Munir stated, “is essential for advancing regional peace and stability.” Read more about hybrid warfare
In-depth deliberations were held on regional security developments, particularly focusing on Central and South Asia. Key themes included cybersecurity, violent extremism, terrorism, and the importance of coordinated humanitarian response mechanisms.
According to The Observer Guardian, participants expressed a shared resolve to safeguard national sovereignty while promoting collaborative defence efforts across borders.
The delegates commended Pakistan’s hospitality and praised its leadership role in organizing such a timely and strategic event. The conference was widely viewed as a pivotal step toward open, productive defence dialogue and multilateral engagement. Analysis via The Diplomat
The conference also aligns with a broader diplomatic initiative by Pakistan to enhance its regional influence. Earlier in the week, Field Marshal Munir visited China to meet senior military and government officials, focusing on bilateral military cooperation.
Simultaneously, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Washington, where Rubio acknowledged Pakistan’s role in mediating tensions between the US and Iran. Source: U.S. State Department Briefing
In an address at the Atlantic Council, Dar underscored Pakistan’s historical function as a bridge between Washington and Beijing, reaffirming its aspiration to foster global diplomatic harmony. Atlantic Council Event Summary
These engagements underscore Pakistan’s strategic positioning as a regional connector in an increasingly multipolar world.
As reported by The Observer Guardian, these developments illustrate Islamabad’s ambition to not only boost defence capabilities but also reshape its global image through consistent military diplomacy and geopolitical engagement.
