ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir addressed participants at the National Seminar on Agriculture and Food Security, held at the Jinnah Convention Centre in Islamabad on July 10.
Strengthening Food and Economic Security
According to the Chief of Army Staff, Pakistan has the capability to achieve great success and emerge as a leading nation. He expressed his belief that no external force can impede Pakistan’s progress and development.
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Asim Munir, has reaffirmed the Pakistan Army’s unwavering support for the economic progress of the country, ensuring collaboration with the Pakistan Democratic Movement-led (PDM) coalition government. Speaking at the National Seminar on Agriculture and Food Security held at the Jinnah Convention Centre in Islamabad, General Munir emphasized the institution’s commitment to providing every possible cooperation for the nation’s economic advancement.
In his address, General Munir extended the military’s full support to various initiatives initiated under the Special Investment Facilitation Council, including the recently launched Green Pakistan Initiative. Recognizing Pakistan’s abundant resources, the army chief expressed confidence in the nation’s potential to rise to new heights. He called upon every individual to contribute to the country’s development, assuring that Pakistan’s progress and development are unstoppable by any external force.
PM Shehbaz revealed that Gulf countries are willing to invest in Pakistan’s agriculture sector, providing modern machinery to enhance crop production. To attract investment, political stability is crucial, as an unstable environment dissuades potential investors. With stability and favorable conditions, Pakistan could attract $40 to $50 billion in investment and become a significant exporter of food products to Gulf countries, which presently import goods worth $40 billion.
The Prime Minister emphasized the correlation between national security, food security, and economic stability. By fortifying these aspects, Pakistan can secure its future and compete with the rest of the world. PM Shehbaz asserted that through relentless hard work and strategic planning, Pakistan’s economy will witness a significant revival within the next two years.
