Chief of Army Staff | General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani.

[Mav3rick]

My Question to all PDF memebers....

No doubt about the abilities of Kiyani but Why Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gillani extended Kayani’s term as Chief of the Army Staff by three years ????.

It could be understandable if the duration would be one year based on his capability but its 3 years feels me that the extension was just to hold on miltary to interfare Gillani Gov!!!!

What all people say ????????

Probably because Kiyani promised to keep the Army in check and to prevent any military takeover despite the record breaking corruption and abuse of power by this Govt. Damn it is unfair to the guy who deserved to be COAS after timely retirement of Kiyani, it also sort of gives the impression as if the rest of the Generals are incompetent when compared to Kiyani.

 

[Mav3rick]

I heard that Pakistan army cheif general Kiyani and US army cheif are course mates.

Can some one confirm this?

Yes, they attended a military course in the USA together. I read it in a news article.

 

[fatman17]

Rabbani new Peshawar Corps Commander

By: Sikander Shaheen | Published: November 15, 2011

ISLAMABAD - Lieutenant General Khalid Rabbani would assume the charge of Corps Commander Peshawar following the scheduled retirement of incumbent corps commander earlier next month, it is learnt.

The Corps Commander Peshawar Lieutenant General Asif Yasin is due to retire on December 3, 2011, according to sources. Lieutenant General Khalid Rabbani is presently the Commandant Command and Staff College Quetta.

An internal announcement to this effect has reportedly been made within the relevant ranks in the senior hierarchy of Pakistan Army but the Army chief General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani would officially declare Rabbani as new corps commander on December 3.

Lieutenant General Asif Yasin Malik is last in the line of Pakistan Armys’ lieutenant generals who have reached superannuation this year. As many as seven lieutenant generals have been retired from the military in the ongoing year that has seen the elevation of some eight senior army officers from major generals to lieutenant generals and that of 19 brigadiers to major generals.

The seven retired lieutenant generals include Javed Zia, Shujaat Zamir, Tahir Mehmood, Naeem Khalid Lodhi, Nadeem Taj, Mohsin Kamal and Jamil Haider.

In addition, Lt-Gen Malik would be the third corps commander to have stood retired this year after the retirements of Corps Commander Bahawalpur Naeem Lodhi and that of Gujranwala, Jamil Haider. The eight major generals that were given promotions by General Kayani this year include Ahsan Iqbal, Javed Iqbal, Asif Sajjad, Abid Pervaiz, Ijaz Chaudhry, Nasir Janjua, Tariq Nadeem Gilani and Naveed Zaman. Some other significant military organisational developments that took place in the ongoing year include one-year extension given to Director General Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) Lt-Gen Ahmad Shuja Pasha and appointment of Major General Ashfaq Nadeem as DG Military Operations (MO).

Lt-Gen Asif took over as Corps Commander Peshawar on April 10, 2010. As operational chief of Pakistan Army in the North Western region, he directly supervised military offensives launched in tribal agencies including Mohmand, South Waziristan, Bajaur and Kurram agencies besides Chitral, Upper and Lower Dir.

The ongoing military offensive in Khyber Agency’s Bara town and search operations in North Waziristan are also conducted under his direct command. Nearly 2000 families were displaced and moved to the Jalozai Camp in Nowshera after Frontier Corps, a paramilitary wing of Pakistan Army launched Bara operation last month. The operation coincided with that of North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) in Afghanistan’s Paktia, Paktika, Khost, Nuristan and Kunar provinces. These operations predominantly focus on averting cross-border incursions from both the sides.

The arrival of a new corps commander amid the ongoing military offensive is seen as being not without challenges. Recently, General Kayani and the US Central Command (CENTCOM) chief General James Mattis were reported to have decided to continue military cooperation and fixing mutual responsibility for averting cross-border incursions.

This implies that the military offensives would continue till the desired targets are achieved, thus bringing in a plethora of challenges for the new corps commander Peshawar.

According to military sources, the repatriation of displaced families at Jalozai Camp before the recently passed Eid-ul-Azha was on the cards but the plan was postponed following fresh attacks on security agencies in Khyber Agency and adjoining areas resulting in several causalities. Assistant Political Agent Bara Rehan Gul Khattak confirmed this piece of information saying that the repatriation would be carried out once the region was fully cleared of miscreants. “It might take another few weeks. We don’t want to take any risk,” he told TheNation.

 

[fatman17]

Pakistan Army 'ready for FATA offensive' but wary of political cost.


Brian Cloughley Correspondent - Peshawar


Senior Pakistan Army officers commanding operations in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) that border Afghanistan have stated that they are prepared for a campaign against Islamic militants but do not want to appear to succumb to US pressure.

FATA is inhabited by 3.5 million Pashtuns divided into more than 30 main tribes that include some of the most aggressive and well-armed irregular groupings in the world. Since October 2001 FATA has also been home to militants who fled Afghanistan following the US-led invasion. Washington believes that North Waziristan Agency (NWA) hosts the Taliban-linked Haqqani network, which it blames for attacks against US-led troops in Afghanistan.

This area of Pakistan remains volatile despite tribal support for development programmes. Lieutenant General Asif Malik, commander of the Pakistan Army's 11 Corps - which is responsible for Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and the Afghan border area - said in late October that initiatives such as the construction of a road from the town of Bannu to Ghulam Khan on the border enjoyed tribal support. However, on 5 November five soldiers were killed when an army convoy was ambushed near the Razmak military base.

About 10,000 Haqqani loyalists are believed to be in NWA and the US has put substantial pressure on Pakistan to launch a campaign against them. While Gen Malik said in July that the army would undertake an operation against the Haqqani network "when we want to, when it's in the national interest", a major Pakistan Army operation would face opposition from thousands of tribal fighters whose long-standing resistance to incursions is as important as ideological or religious convictions.

Another senior officer said a winter operation would be to the army's advantage, but that the army is not enthusiastic due to its commitments elsewhere along the Afghan border and potential domestic criticism for surrendering to US demands.

 

[Windjammer]

Rawalpindi - November 23, 2011:
General Hou Shusen, Deputy Chief of General Staff, Peoples Liberation Army, China called on Chief of Army Staff, General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani at General Headquarters today.

The visiting dignitary was accompanied by a delegation of high ranking military officers. The two sides discussed matters of mutual professional interest.

Earlier on arrival at General Headquarters a smartly turned out contingent of Pakistan Army presented Guard of Honour to the visitor, followed by wreath laying ceremony at Yadgar-e-Shuhada.

General Hou Shusen, Deputy Chief of General Staff, Peoples Liberation Army, China called on Chief of Army Staff, General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani at General Headquarters (23-11-2011)

General Hou Shusen, Deputy Chief of General Staff, Peoples Liberation Army, China laid a wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhada at General Headquarters (23-11-2011)

 

[air marshal]

Pak-China friendship beyond strategic relations: General Kayani

JEHLUM, Nov 24 (APP): Chief of the Army Staff General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani said that Pak-China friendship is beyond the strategic issues. He said Pak-China friendship is time tested and deep hearted.

"China's security is very dear to us and we will continue cooperating and supporting our friend", he said. "Pak-China relations are not against any country, but convergence of shared interest are there between Pakistan and China, added General Kayani.

General Kayani said this on the occasionon of concluding ceremony of Pak-China Joint Military Exercise "YOUYI-2011" which held today at a military operational area near Jhelum.

While addressing to the participating troops and responding to media General Kayani said that the joint exercises would further enhance the military preparedness and the professional capabilities particularly combating terrorism.

He said both the countries have been furthering military cooperation since long.

General Kayani reiterated that Pakistan would be assisting and cooperating with China in countering the menace of terrorism.

Pointing towards ETIM, a terrorist organization in China, General Kayani said terrorism has no boundries and no religion, it is a common threat to all for which Pak-China military exercised was taken.

He went on saying that China has very important role in regional as well as in global peace and stability.

He further informed that the joint exercise was a part of ongoing joint military ventures between China and Pakistan. In past year, the exercise was conducted in China and its phase IV has been conducted in Pakistan.

More over General Kayani informed that Pakistan Army has joint programs with China regarding professional training and expertise exchanges.

General Hou Shusen, Deputy Chief of the General Staff (DCGS), General Staff Headquarters, People’s Liberation Army (PLA) China who was also with General Kayani said on the occasion that joint military exercise between the two armies would further improve the military preparedness and would establish better understanding among troops of two countries.

He said the exercise would help two militaries in establishing peace and stability in the region.

Earlier, a superb operational tasks were demonstrated in which troops from both the armies exhibited their professional endeavors in shape of countering terrorism.

The demonstration included para-trooping, aerial strikes on terrorists' havens, direct fight with terrorists and recovery of the captured areas from the terrorists. Cobra Gunship, MI-17 Chopers, C-130 airplanes were also used in the demonstration.

Later, both the Generals along with other high ranked military commanders and officers met with the troops and appreciated their dedication and professional commitment.

It is pertinent to mention that the exercise "YOUYI" that means friendship is a depiction of various Pak-China joint initiatives in defence cooperation.

The ten Days long exercises provided both sides an opportunity to share with each other through respective expertise and to learn from each others' experiences.

 

[fatman17]

Pakistan reacts angrily to NATO airstrike on border troops

Farhan Bokhari - Correspondent - Islamabad



Pakistan has rejected an apology by NATO for the deaths of 26 border troops on 26 November following an airstrike by the helicopters operating with the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF).

The case has deeply upset Pakistan's military ties with its Western allies. Within hours of the attack, which targeted two Pakistan Army posts in the Mohmand region along the Afghan border, Pakistan ordered the closure of a crucial land route used for carrying supplies from Karachi to ISAF troops in Afghanistan.

On 28 November a Pakistani Ministry of Defence official said that the killings had provoked "unprecedented anger" in Islamabad. He said: "This time around, an apology will simply not be enough," adding that "The entire spectrum of our co-operation with the US-led allies in Afghanistan has been put on review."

Pakistani officials also said that the targeted army posts were located a few kilometres inside Pakistan's border, suggesting that NATO helicopter gunships flew into Pakistani airspace. One Pakistani official claimed the NATO helicopters "clearly disregarded warnings that there were a number of Pakistani troops in the area. They simply began heavy firing, which caused all these casualties".
A senior Western defence official based in Islamabad said that the response suggests "Pakistan's strong determination to take a very firm stand on this issue. Pakistan is talking about redefining its relationship with the allies in Afghanistan".

It is still not clear if the episode will force a break between Pakistan and the US-led alliance in Afghanistan. Analysts said that General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani, Pakistan's army chief of staff, is under growing internal pressure to take a tough stand, but they also note that previous encounters of a similar kind have usually ended with some reconciliation in view of the Pakistani military's long-standing contacts with the US.

 

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GENERAL KAYANI WITNESS TRAINING ACTIVITIES AT KOTRI RANGES

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani visited Kotri, Sindh, today, to witness training activities at Kotri Ranges.
The training activities were focused at improving the skills and techniques of troops employed in special operations, particularly anti terrorist operations.
Earlier, on arrival, the COAS was received by Lieutenant General Muhammad Zahir ul Islam, Commander Karachi Corps

 

[air marshal]

No PR289/2011-ISPR
Rawalpindi - November 30, 2011:

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani visited Kotri, Sindh, today, to witness training activities at Kotri Ranges.

The training activities were focused at improving the skills and techniques of troops employed in special operations, particularly anti terrorist operations.

Earlier, on arrival, the COAS was received by Lieutenant General Muhammad Zahir ul Islam, Commander Karachi Corps.

Chief of Army Staff General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani visited Kotri, Sindh, today, to witness training activities at Kotri Ranges (30-11-2011) – Photo ISPR.

 

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[Imran Khan]

bus yehi aik kam hai jitna chahy kara lo in se . war ka name aty hi hath per phool jaty hai is ke

 

[Windjammer]

Rawalpindi - December 9, 2011:
Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani visited Kharian in relation to operational and training activities.
COAS witnessed Low Intensity Conflict Training at Pabbi Hills. He appreciated the standards achieved by the troops. Later he also took an overview of the operational preparations with local commanders.
Earlier on arrival COAS was received by Lieutenant General Tariq Khan, Corps Commander Mangla.

 

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[fatman17]

Pakistan Army takes control of Shamsi airbase


Farhan Bokhari JDW Correspondent - Islamabad



The Pakistan Army took control of the airbase at Shamsi, located in southwestern Baluchistan Province, on 11 December after the US military was ordered to leave.

Islamabad demanded the US quit the airbase in retaliation for the deaths of 24 Pakistani troops following a 26 November airstrike on two Pakistan Army posts by Afghanistan-based NATO helicopters. The Pakistani government also suspended land-based convoys of International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) supplies from the port city of Karachi into Afghanistan.

While Pakistani officials claimed that the airstrike was intentional, Western defence officials in Islamabad have told Jane's it was a mistake.


ANALYSIS

Pakistan has never formally acknowledged that the Shamsi airbase hosted CIA unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) - believed to be MQ-1 Predator and MQ-9 Reaper UAVs armed with AGM-114 Hellfire air-to-surface missiles - that have carried out airstrikes targeting suspected militant sites along the Afghan border.

However, a senior Western defence official based in Islamabad told Jane's on 12 December that the CIA had moved UAV operations to Afghanistan before the eviction order was given. This would make sense: in late June Pakistani Defence Minister Chaudhary Ahmed Mukhtar told reporters that the government had ordered US personnel to leave Shamsi. Whether or not the US did leave at this point, the writing was on the wall for US operations out of the base.

While the move will be unlikely to have a major effect on the CIA's UAV operations, it does point towards a significant hardening of Pakistan's position towards US-led operations in Afghanistan. "This decision will only be an inconvenience for ISAF, not a setback, but Pakistan's firm insistence on asking for the Shamsi airbase suggests they are not in a conciliatory mood," the Western defence official said.

 

[mjnaushad]

Our COAS in his jawani