Pakistan, Aug. 10 -- Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir is on an official visit to the United States, where he has met top political and military leaders to boost bilateral cooperation. During the visit, he attended the retirement ceremony of outgoing US Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander General Michael E. Kurilla in Tampa, as well as the change of command ceremony for Admiral Brad Cooper. He praised General Kurilla's leadership, acknowledged his role in strengthening Pakistan-US defence relations, and expressed confidence that collaboration will continue under Admiral Cooper's command.

Furthermore, General Kurilla's recent testimony praising Pakistan's role in the fight against terrorism was seen as a ...