Pakistan's outgoing Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, has delivered a powerful message calling for national unity and an integrated approach to counter the country's evolving security threats during his farewell ceremony.
Farewell Address Highlights Critical Security Challenges
In his final official address on Tuesday, General Mirza emphasized that Pakistan faces diverse and evolving security challenges that require a comprehensive national response. The senior military leader stressed that traditional military approaches alone are insufficient to address the complex threat landscape confronting the nation.
The ceremony marked the conclusion of General Mirza's distinguished tenure as the head of Pakistan's highest military body. During his service, he witnessed firsthand the transformation of security threats from conventional warfare to hybrid and asymmetric challenges that test the nation's resilience on multiple fronts.
Integrated National Strategy Required
General Mirza articulated the urgent need for an integrated national strategy that combines military capability with diplomatic, economic, and social dimensions. He highlighted that contemporary security threats extend beyond traditional battlefield scenarios and encompass cyber warfare, information operations, and economic pressures.
The outgoing CJCSC emphasized that Pakistan's armed forces have consistently demonstrated their capability to defend the nation's territorial integrity and sovereignty. However, he noted that lasting security requires the collective effort of all state institutions and the Pakistani people working in harmony.
Unity as Cornerstone of National Defense
Central to General Mirza's message was the theme of national unity as the foundation of Pakistan's defense. He called for solidarity among all segments of society and stressed that internal cohesion remains Pakistan's greatest strength against external pressures and internal challenges.
The military leader's address comes at a crucial time when Pakistan faces multiple security concerns along its borders and emerging non-traditional threats that require sophisticated responses. His remarks underscored the military's commitment to adapting to these changing dynamics while maintaining its primary role as the guardian of national security.
General Mirza expressed confidence in Pakistan's ability to overcome current challenges through strategic vision and collective national effort. His farewell address served as both a reflection on his service and a strategic roadmap for addressing the complex security environment that Pakistan will continue to navigate in the coming years.
