PAF Academy Risalpur holds passing out ceremony
A graduation parade took place at
the Pakistan Air Force Asghar Khan Academy in Risalpur, showcasing the latest
batch of cadets ready to serve the nation. The ceremony was attended by Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu as well as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs
of Staff Committee (CJCSC), General Sahir Shamshad Mirza.
General Sahir Shamshad Mirza
inspected the parade, where cadets from Asghar Khan Academy presented a formal
salute to the distinguished guests. The ceremony featured a disciplined march
past by the cadets, complemented by a spectacular flypast performed by various
units of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), highlighting the strength and
coordination of the air force.
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In his address, General Sahir
emphasized the unwavering commitment of the armed forces to defend and protect
Pakistan. “The Pakistan Air Force stands as the guardian of our airspace, fully
equipped and prepared to counter any aggression,” he stated. He highlighted the
importance of following the exemplary leadership of Rashid Manhas and Sarfraz Zarfiqi,
recalling the nation’s pride on February 27, 2019, when the PAF demonstrated
its resolve during Operation Swift Retort.
General Sahir affirmed, “The nation
stands firmly behind our armed forces in the ongoing war against terrorism.” He
addressed the evolving global order, noting that while international norms are
changing, unresolved conflicts in South Asia are undermining regional
stability. “Pakistan envisions a global order built on peace and shared
development. However, the aggressive military advancements and offensive
doctrines of our eastern neighbor are creating conventional asymmetry,” he
remarked.
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Reiterating Pakistan’s stance on
regional security, General Sahir stated, “We are not inclined to engage in an
arms race, but we remain fully committed to maintaining a comprehensive
deterrence capability.” He emphasized the necessity of a just resolution to the
Kashmir dispute in line with United Nations resolutions, asserting that lasting
peace in the region cannot be achieved without addressing this critical issue.
The graduation parade not only
celebrated the achievements of the new cadets but also reinforced the steadfast
resolve of Pakistan’s armed forces to safeguard the nation’s sovereignty and
contribute to regional peace and stability.
Source: PTV
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