RAWALPINDI (MNN); Pakistan’s military leadership on Monday reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the country’s national interests, including protecting its rightful share of water under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), while vowing to continue decisive action against terrorism and hybrid threats.
The resolve was expressed during the 276th Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) held at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi under the chairmanship of Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
Commitment to Pakistan’s Water Rights
The military leadership reviewed India’s continued stance on the Indus Waters Treaty and reaffirmed the directives issued by the National Security Committee (NSC) following New Delhi’s unilateral decision to suspend the treaty.
The forum pledged to take all necessary measures, in line with government policy and the aspirations of the Pakistani people, to ensure Pakistan receives its rightful share of water under the treaty.
Concern Over Hybrid Warfare
The conference observed that following what it described as Pakistan’s success during Marka-e-Haq, hostile elements have increasingly relied on externally supported hybrid warfare, disinformation campaigns, and proxy activities aimed at creating instability within the country.
The military leadership strongly condemned all forms of state-sponsored financing and support for proxy groups, reaffirming that any attempt to destabilise Pakistan through hybrid means would be met with a firm and coordinated response.
Regional Security and Diplomacy
Reviewing the regional security environment, the forum appreciated Pakistan’s constructive diplomatic efforts in promoting dialogue, de-escalation, and regional peace, including its role in facilitating ongoing peace efforts between the United States and Iran.
The commanders reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to peaceful conflict resolution, adherence to international law, and stronger regional cooperation to address common security challenges.
Support for Kashmir Cause
The conference strongly condemned what it termed ongoing human rights violations and demographic changes in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).
Reaffirming Pakistan’s political, diplomatic, and moral support for the Kashmiri people, the forum stated that lasting regional peace depends on granting Kashmiris their right to self-determination in accordance with relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions.
Operations Against Terrorism to Continue
The military leadership expressed concern over the alleged use of Afghan territory by militant groups, including those Pakistan refers to as Fitna al Khawarij (FAK) and Fitna al Hindustan (FAH), accusing them of launching attacks inside Pakistan.
The forum maintained that preventing militant groups from using Afghan territory remains the responsibility of the Afghan Taliban administration and stressed that lasting regional stability depends on eliminating such sanctuaries.
The conference reiterated Pakistan’s right to defend its citizens against terrorism and announced that intelligence-based operations (IBOs) under Operation Ghazab-lil-Haq would continue against militant networks operating from across the border.
Besides military operations, the commanders also stressed the need for stronger governance, improved public services, and welfare initiatives in sensitive regions to eliminate the nexus between terrorism and criminal networks.
Operational Readiness Reviewed
The forum paid tribute to the sacrifices of the armed forces, law enforcement agencies, and civilians, describing them as the cornerstone of Pakistan’s security and resilience.
Participants expressed satisfaction over the operational preparedness, professionalism, and combat readiness of the armed forces.
In his concluding remarks, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir directed commanders to accelerate the military’s multi-domain transformation plan in line with evolving warfare and maintain the highest level of operational readiness to counter conventional, sub-conventional, and hybrid threats while safeguarding Pakistan’s sovereignty and national interests.
