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Can someone shed some light on Gen Bajwa's personality other than the few (largely useless and vague) tidbits circulating in the media (e.g. "thorough professional," "kind," "easy-going," etc.)? I am aware of his career trajectory.
What I am curious about is:
1.) Is he creative / innovative?
It's hard to think out-of-the-box when you've been part of a strict bureaucracy for decades but there certainly have been examples (e.g. Meir Dagan, who took over Mossad after serving in one of Israel's irregular warfare units and went onto revolutionize Mossad's already-impressive special ops division).
2.) Is he audacious?
Some of our external threats need audacious responses that can only come at the heels of a re-think of our perception of strategic balance/blowback/etc. I am specifically referring to raising the cost for RAW/NDS for supporting terrorism in Pakistan by targeting their assets in India and Afghanistan. Because of our total failure to properly construct a narrative based on the "pot calling the kettle black" principle (when it comes to US/Indian accusations of ISI support of militant groups ---whereas both the US and India have illustrious histories supporting violent militants, a practice that continues to this day), the Army has become hesitant in doing anything that would further this finger pointing. Don't be afraid of it!
3.) How does he view the US?
While we cooperate with them on a number of issues, there are also differences. The US Embassy in Pakistan is set to be the (or one of the) world's largest overseas US missions --- that is alarming, especially considering that one of the biggest "black budgets" in the US is related to containing Pakistan's nuclear program. I personally am of the view that we need to put way stricter controls on the activities of the US Embassy and various consulates --- but too many politicians and generals have kids studying in the US (and bank accounts too) to apply the correct amount of pressure to make this happen.
What I am curious about is:
1.) Is he creative / innovative?
It's hard to think out-of-the-box when you've been part of a strict bureaucracy for decades but there certainly have been examples (e.g. Meir Dagan, who took over Mossad after serving in one of Israel's irregular warfare units and went onto revolutionize Mossad's already-impressive special ops division).
2.) Is he audacious?
Some of our external threats need audacious responses that can only come at the heels of a re-think of our perception of strategic balance/blowback/etc. I am specifically referring to raising the cost for RAW/NDS for supporting terrorism in Pakistan by targeting their assets in India and Afghanistan. Because of our total failure to properly construct a narrative based on the "pot calling the kettle black" principle (when it comes to US/Indian accusations of ISI support of militant groups ---whereas both the US and India have illustrious histories supporting violent militants, a practice that continues to this day), the Army has become hesitant in doing anything that would further this finger pointing. Don't be afraid of it!
3.) How does he view the US?
While we cooperate with them on a number of issues, there are also differences. The US Embassy in Pakistan is set to be the (or one of the) world's largest overseas US missions --- that is alarming, especially considering that one of the biggest "black budgets" in the US is related to containing Pakistan's nuclear program. I personally am of the view that we need to put way stricter controls on the activities of the US Embassy and various consulates --- but too many politicians and generals have kids studying in the US (and bank accounts too) to apply the correct amount of pressure to make this happen.
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This is a repost from another thread with the same topic. Apologies if it violates any rules! Perhaps the threads of passing the command on / Gen Bajwa taking charge should be merged? @WAJsal
Can someone shed some light on Gen Bajwa's personality other than the few (largely useless and vague) tidbits circulating in the media (e.g. "thorough professional," "kind," "easy-going," etc.)? I am aware of his career trajectory.
What I am curious about is:
1.) Is he creative / innovative?
It's hard to think out-of-the-box when you've been part of a strict bureaucracy for decades but there certainly have been examples (e.g. Meir Dagan, who took over Mossad after serving in one of Israel's irregular warfare units and went onto revolutionize Mossad's already-impressive special ops division).
2.) Is he audacious?
Some of our external threats need audacious responses that can only come at the heels of a re-think of our perception of strategic balance/blowback/etc. I am specifically referring to raising the cost for RAW/NDS for supporting terrorism in Pakistan by targeting their assets in India and Afghanistan. Because of our total failure to properly construct a narrative based on the "pot calling the kettle black" principle (when it comes to US/Indian accusations of ISI support of militant groups ---whereas both the US and India have illustrious histories supporting violent militants, a practice that continues to this day), the Army has become hesitant in doing anything that would further this finger pointing. Don't be afraid of it!
3.) How does he view the US?
While we cooperate with them on a number of issues, there are also differences. The US Embassy in Pakistan is set to be the (or one of the) world's largest overseas US missions --- that is alarming, especially considering that one of the biggest "black budgets" in the US is related to containing Pakistan's nuclear program. I personally am of the view that we need to put way stricter controls on the activities of the US Embassy and various consulates --- but too many politicians and generals have kids studying in the US (and bank accounts too) to apply the correct amount of pressure to make this happen.
Source: https://defence.pk/threads/change-o...oas-general-qamar-bajwa.463813/#ixzz4RNyVn7SR
Can someone shed some light on Gen Bajwa's personality other than the few (largely useless and vague) tidbits circulating in the media (e.g. "thorough professional," "kind," "easy-going," etc.)? I am aware of his career trajectory.
What I am curious about is:
1.) Is he creative / innovative?
It's hard to think out-of-the-box when you've been part of a strict bureaucracy for decades but there certainly have been examples (e.g. Meir Dagan, who took over Mossad after serving in one of Israel's irregular warfare units and went onto revolutionize Mossad's already-impressive special ops division).
2.) Is he audacious?
Some of our external threats need audacious responses that can only come at the heels of a re-think of our perception of strategic balance/blowback/etc. I am specifically referring to raising the cost for RAW/NDS for supporting terrorism in Pakistan by targeting their assets in India and Afghanistan. Because of our total failure to properly construct a narrative based on the "pot calling the kettle black" principle (when it comes to US/Indian accusations of ISI support of militant groups ---whereas both the US and India have illustrious histories supporting violent militants, a practice that continues to this day), the Army has become hesitant in doing anything that would further this finger pointing. Don't be afraid of it!
3.) How does he view the US?
While we cooperate with them on a number of issues, there are also differences. The US Embassy in Pakistan is set to be the (or one of the) world's largest overseas US missions --- that is alarming, especially considering that one of the biggest "black budgets" in the US is related to containing Pakistan's nuclear program. I personally am of the view that we need to put way stricter controls on the activities of the US Embassy and various consulates --- but too many politicians and generals have kids studying in the US (and bank accounts too) to apply the correct amount of pressure to make this happen.
Source: https://defence.pk/threads/change-o...oas-general-qamar-bajwa.463813/#ixzz4RNyVn7SR
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bye bye raheel sharif ..
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Height wise .. Gen. Raheel looks around 6 feet. Gen. Bajwa is slightly taller, so maybe around 6'1" to 6'2" ... mind you Gen. Z. Hayat is around 6'3"-6'4"
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he is 6'4" mash'Allah.
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General Bajwa takes charge as Pakistan's 16th army chief
Gen Raheel Sharif hands over baton of command to Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa.
Newly-appointed Chief of Army Staff Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa. ─ Photo courtesy ISPR.
Outgoing military chief Gen Raheel Sharif on Tuesday handed over the command of the army to Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa.
He passed the baton of command to Gen Bajwa at a ceremony held in the Army Hockey Stadium, close to the General Headquarters (GHQ). The command stick of the Pakistan Army is made of traditional Malacca Cane.
In his final speech as army chief, Gen Raheel Sharif stressed the need for institutions to work together for the nation's progress, and cautioned India against adopting an aggressive stance in the region.
Gen Raheel Sharif hands over the baton of command to Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa. ─ Photo courtesy ISPR
"It is important that all institutions work together against external threats and internal threats. For this, we will need to follow the National Action Plan in letter and spirit," Gen Raheel said.
"I thank the federal government and political leadership for cooperating with us... I had the entire country's cooperation, for which I thank the army and the nation," he said.
However, he said, "Our challenges are not yet over. We have made gains over the past year. It is necessary that we never forget the sacrifices of those who lost their lives... Our journey towards peace is still underway. Our destination is not far."
Gen Raheel Sharif and Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa. ─ Photo courtesy ISPR
"The army will remain alert to threats, whether external or internal," Gen Raheel said.
The outgoing army chief touched upon the subject of Indian 'atrocities' in India-held Kashmir (IHK). "In recent months, India's increasing terrorism and aggressive stance in IHK have endangered the region."
"India should know that mistaking our policy of patience for weakness would be dangerous," he warned.
"This is reality, that in South Asia, lasting peace and progress is impossible without solution of the Kashmir issue. For that, international community's special attention is necessary," he said, adding that for regional peace, all issues should be resolved politically.
Gen Raheel Sharif reviews guard of honour.
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor is a major factor in ensuring regional peace, he said.
"The departure of the first cargo from Gwadar port has shown this journey cannot be halted now," he warned. "The time is here now that the enemies of CPEC stop working against it and become a part of it."
The outgoing army chief paid tribute to those who had lost their lives for the nation and made sacrifices in the war against terrorism.
"We were able to change the face of history by fighting a war against terrorism," Gen Raheel said.
Former army chief Ashfaq Pervez Kiyani attends the ceremony. — DawnNews
"I have strong belief that the Pakistan Army will always deliver on the nation's expectations."
Minister for Defence Khawaja Asif, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz, Minister of State for Information Marryam Aurangzeb, Speaker National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq and PPP leader Abdul Qadir Patel were present at the ceremony, alongside former army chief Ashfaq Pervez Kiyani.
The outgoing army chief reviewed the guard of honour upon his arrival at the venue. Prior to the ceremony, Gen Raheel laid a wreath at the Yadgar-i-Shuhada.
Who is Gen Javed Bajwa?
Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa, a career infantry officer belonging to the Baloch Regiment, was chosen as Pakistan's next Chief of Army Staff and Gen Zubair Mahmood Hayat as the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) on Saturday. Gen Bajwa was promoted to the rank of four-star general.
Gen Bajwa was previously posted as the Inspector General for Training and Evaluation at the General Headquarters, the same post held by Gen Raheel Sharif before he took over as army chief.
Gen Bajwa was considered as a dark horse in the race for the army’s command and has now superseded Lt Gen Syed Wajid Hussain (chairman of Heavy Industries Taxila), Lt Gen Najibullah Khan (DG Joint Staff Headquarters), Lt Gen Ishfaq Nadeem Ahmed (Corps Commander Multan) and Lt Gen Javed Iqbal Ramday (Corps Commander Bahawalpur).
The succession may not immediately bring about a major change in policies, but it could still have important implications for ties with India and Afghanistan, and domestically for the civil-military equation and the ongoing fight against terrorism.
The army chief is credited with having spent a considerable part of his military service in the Rawalpindi-based 10 Corps, which is responsible for guarding the Line of Control (LoC). However, his time at the 10 Corps was a period of relative quiet following the 2003 ceasefire accord.
This experience could prove invaluable as he takes command amidst serious escalation on the LoC, which saw some of the intense skirmishes since 2003.
On a personal level, Gen Bajwa is said to be witty, accessible, well-connected with the troops and not fond of the limelight.
He is the fourth officer from the infantry’s Baloch Regiment to become the army chief. Before him, Gen Yahya Khan, Gen Aslam Beg and Gen Kayani rose to that position.
Gen Raheel's legacy
Back in 2013 when Gen Ashfaq Kayani announced that he would not take an extension for a second time, Gen Raheel was not among the favourites in the race for army chief.
Even after he beat all the odds to become the chief, his detractors continued to doubt him saying he lacked intelligence and operations background.
But he did not allow those shortcomings to become a handicap and proved everyone wrong.
The high point in his tenure was the start of Operation Zarb-i-Azb in North Waziristan against the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan in June 2014, something from which his predecessor shied away fearing blowback.
The operation is now in its last stages. He is also credited for action against militancy in Karachi and partially restoring calm in the city.
Gen Sharif has all along been supportive of the government, except for a statement at the corps commanders’ conference last November when he expressed reservations over civilian administration’s governance.
The comment presented the spectacle of a row between the civilian and military leadership. He has, nevertheless, maintained strong influence over the government’s foreign and national security policies.
The general garnered unprecedented popularity among the general public and on social media.
Earlier this year, mysterious banners calling on Gen Sharif to "take over" the government popped up in various cities across the country. Most recently, banners were spotted in Rawalpindi which urged him to contest the general elections in 2018. The army denied having any connection to the banners.
Newly-appointed Chief of Army Staff Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa. ─ Photo courtesy ISPR.
Outgoing military chief Gen Raheel Sharif on Tuesday handed over the command of the army to Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa.
He passed the baton of command to Gen Bajwa at a ceremony held in the Army Hockey Stadium, close to the General Headquarters (GHQ). The command stick of the Pakistan Army is made of traditional Malacca Cane.
In his final speech as army chief, Gen Raheel Sharif stressed the need for institutions to work together for the nation's progress, and cautioned India against adopting an aggressive stance in the region.
Gen Raheel Sharif hands over the baton of command to Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa. ─ Photo courtesy ISPR
"It is important that all institutions work together against external threats and internal threats. For this, we will need to follow the National Action Plan in letter and spirit," Gen Raheel said.
"I thank the federal government and political leadership for cooperating with us... I had the entire country's cooperation, for which I thank the army and the nation," he said.
However, he said, "Our challenges are not yet over. We have made gains over the past year. It is necessary that we never forget the sacrifices of those who lost their lives... Our journey towards peace is still underway. Our destination is not far."
Gen Raheel Sharif and Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa. ─ Photo courtesy ISPR
"The army will remain alert to threats, whether external or internal," Gen Raheel said.
The outgoing army chief touched upon the subject of Indian 'atrocities' in India-held Kashmir (IHK). "In recent months, India's increasing terrorism and aggressive stance in IHK have endangered the region."
"India should know that mistaking our policy of patience for weakness would be dangerous," he warned.
"This is reality, that in South Asia, lasting peace and progress is impossible without solution of the Kashmir issue. For that, international community's special attention is necessary," he said, adding that for regional peace, all issues should be resolved politically.
Gen Raheel Sharif reviews guard of honour.
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor is a major factor in ensuring regional peace, he said.
"The departure of the first cargo from Gwadar port has shown this journey cannot be halted now," he warned. "The time is here now that the enemies of CPEC stop working against it and become a part of it."
The outgoing army chief paid tribute to those who had lost their lives for the nation and made sacrifices in the war against terrorism.
"We were able to change the face of history by fighting a war against terrorism," Gen Raheel said.
Former army chief Ashfaq Pervez Kiyani attends the ceremony. — DawnNews
"I have strong belief that the Pakistan Army will always deliver on the nation's expectations."
Minister for Defence Khawaja Asif, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz, Minister of State for Information Marryam Aurangzeb, Speaker National Assembly Ayaz Sadiq and PPP leader Abdul Qadir Patel were present at the ceremony, alongside former army chief Ashfaq Pervez Kiyani.
The outgoing army chief reviewed the guard of honour upon his arrival at the venue. Prior to the ceremony, Gen Raheel laid a wreath at the Yadgar-i-Shuhada.
Who is Gen Javed Bajwa?
Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa, a career infantry officer belonging to the Baloch Regiment, was chosen as Pakistan's next Chief of Army Staff and Gen Zubair Mahmood Hayat as the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) on Saturday. Gen Bajwa was promoted to the rank of four-star general.
Gen Bajwa was previously posted as the Inspector General for Training and Evaluation at the General Headquarters, the same post held by Gen Raheel Sharif before he took over as army chief.
Gen Bajwa was considered as a dark horse in the race for the army’s command and has now superseded Lt Gen Syed Wajid Hussain (chairman of Heavy Industries Taxila), Lt Gen Najibullah Khan (DG Joint Staff Headquarters), Lt Gen Ishfaq Nadeem Ahmed (Corps Commander Multan) and Lt Gen Javed Iqbal Ramday (Corps Commander Bahawalpur).
The succession may not immediately bring about a major change in policies, but it could still have important implications for ties with India and Afghanistan, and domestically for the civil-military equation and the ongoing fight against terrorism.
The army chief is credited with having spent a considerable part of his military service in the Rawalpindi-based 10 Corps, which is responsible for guarding the Line of Control (LoC). However, his time at the 10 Corps was a period of relative quiet following the 2003 ceasefire accord.
This experience could prove invaluable as he takes command amidst serious escalation on the LoC, which saw some of the intense skirmishes since 2003.
On a personal level, Gen Bajwa is said to be witty, accessible, well-connected with the troops and not fond of the limelight.
He is the fourth officer from the infantry’s Baloch Regiment to become the army chief. Before him, Gen Yahya Khan, Gen Aslam Beg and Gen Kayani rose to that position.
Gen Raheel's legacy
Back in 2013 when Gen Ashfaq Kayani announced that he would not take an extension for a second time, Gen Raheel was not among the favourites in the race for army chief.
Even after he beat all the odds to become the chief, his detractors continued to doubt him saying he lacked intelligence and operations background.
But he did not allow those shortcomings to become a handicap and proved everyone wrong.
The high point in his tenure was the start of Operation Zarb-i-Azb in North Waziristan against the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan in June 2014, something from which his predecessor shied away fearing blowback.
The operation is now in its last stages. He is also credited for action against militancy in Karachi and partially restoring calm in the city.
Gen Sharif has all along been supportive of the government, except for a statement at the corps commanders’ conference last November when he expressed reservations over civilian administration’s governance.
The comment presented the spectacle of a row between the civilian and military leadership. He has, nevertheless, maintained strong influence over the government’s foreign and national security policies.
The general garnered unprecedented popularity among the general public and on social media.
Earlier this year, mysterious banners calling on Gen Sharif to "take over" the government popped up in various cities across the country. Most recently, banners were spotted in Rawalpindi which urged him to contest the general elections in 2018. The army denied having any connection to the banners.
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I wish we miss him but not so bad i.e. new COAS perform at the same level or even better strategically.Good Luck Gen. Raheel... we will miss you so bad
Welcome Gen. Bajwa..... we wish u best of the Luck
He seems to be taller than Gen. RS. But the CJCSC is really tall at 6'4".
no that's the height of gen Zubair Hayat...while Gen Qamar Javed is around 6'2" or 6'3"
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Gen Bajwa formally welcomed as COAS at GHQ
Gen Bajwa assumed command as Pakistan's 16th army chief on Tuesday. PHOTO: PPI
General Qamar Javed Bajwa was formally welcomed as new chief of army staff at the general headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi on Wednesday, ISPR reported.
Gen Bajwa was presented a guard of honour by a smartly turned out contingent of the Pakistan Army. He also visited Yadagar-e-Shahuda upon his arrival at GHQ where he laid a floral wreath and offered a prayer.
Pakistan Army formally welcomes Gen Qamar Bajwa as new army...
On his first day in office, Gen Bajwa offered hope that the volatile situation along the Line of Control (LoC) will improve soon.
Tension between Pakistan and India has ratcheted up in recent months, leading to almost daily cross-LoC shelling. Dozens of people – mostly civilians – have been killed by unprovoked artillery and small arms fire by Indian border guards.
Soon after assuming charge as the 16th chief of army staff, Gen Qamar told journalists in an informal interaction that the situation ‘will be alright’ in the near future, according to the state-run APP news agency.
Gen Bajwa assumes command as Pakistan’s 16th army chief
His optimism was contrary to the grim situation on the ground where the two nuclear-armed neighbours in recent weeks not only exchanged fire but also hurled threats at each other.
Also, his statement was in contrast to the outgoing army chief General Raheel Sharif, who used his farewell address to warn India against any misadventure against Pakistan.
Unlike the outgoing army chief, Gen Qamar avoided using rhetoric in a move that apparently suggests that he may go for a fresh start and that his approach may be different. He is seen as an expert on Kashmir affairs and the LoC since he has spent considerable time of his professional career on these areas.
http://tribune.com.pk/story/1249107/gen-bajwa-formally-welcomed-coas-ghq/
Gen Bajwa assumed command as Pakistan's 16th army chief on Tuesday. PHOTO: PPI
General Qamar Javed Bajwa was formally welcomed as new chief of army staff at the general headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi on Wednesday, ISPR reported.
Gen Bajwa was presented a guard of honour by a smartly turned out contingent of the Pakistan Army. He also visited Yadagar-e-Shahuda upon his arrival at GHQ where he laid a floral wreath and offered a prayer.
Pakistan Army formally welcomes Gen Qamar Bajwa as new army...
On his first day in office, Gen Bajwa offered hope that the volatile situation along the Line of Control (LoC) will improve soon.
Tension between Pakistan and India has ratcheted up in recent months, leading to almost daily cross-LoC shelling. Dozens of people – mostly civilians – have been killed by unprovoked artillery and small arms fire by Indian border guards.
Soon after assuming charge as the 16th chief of army staff, Gen Qamar told journalists in an informal interaction that the situation ‘will be alright’ in the near future, according to the state-run APP news agency.
Gen Bajwa assumes command as Pakistan’s 16th army chief
His optimism was contrary to the grim situation on the ground where the two nuclear-armed neighbours in recent weeks not only exchanged fire but also hurled threats at each other.
Also, his statement was in contrast to the outgoing army chief General Raheel Sharif, who used his farewell address to warn India against any misadventure against Pakistan.
Unlike the outgoing army chief, Gen Qamar avoided using rhetoric in a move that apparently suggests that he may go for a fresh start and that his approach may be different. He is seen as an expert on Kashmir affairs and the LoC since he has spent considerable time of his professional career on these areas.
http://tribune.com.pk/story/1249107/gen-bajwa-formally-welcomed-coas-ghq/
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On his first visit to field formations after taking over command of Pakistan Army, General Qamar Javed Bajwa visited Corps Headquarters Peshawar and North Waziristan Agency on Tuesday, military’s media wing said.
According to a statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations, the army chief was given detailed briefing about the prevailing security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Fata and Malakand Division.
"We will continue to move ahead of the gains already made so far," the army chief said. He also paid tribute to brave tribes, officers and men of army, FC, levies and police, and vowed that "no terrorists of any hue will ever be allowed to come back".
"Defence and security of Pakistan against external and internal threat will remain my ultimate objective as military chief," Gen Bajwa was quoted as saying.
He also stressed the need for expediting pace of new raising of FC wings to enhance an effective Pak-Afghan border management.
During his visit to North Waziristan, the army chief was briefed by local formation commander on security situation in the Agency, resettlement phase of IDPs and inspected reconstruction work on ground.
"The war against terrorism will continue with focused approach and it will be taken to its logical conclusion till total elimination of terrorism from our soil," said Gen Bajwa.
According to a statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations, the army chief was given detailed briefing about the prevailing security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Fata and Malakand Division.
"We will continue to move ahead of the gains already made so far," the army chief said. He also paid tribute to brave tribes, officers and men of army, FC, levies and police, and vowed that "no terrorists of any hue will ever be allowed to come back".
"Defence and security of Pakistan against external and internal threat will remain my ultimate objective as military chief," Gen Bajwa was quoted as saying.
He also stressed the need for expediting pace of new raising of FC wings to enhance an effective Pak-Afghan border management.
During his visit to North Waziristan, the army chief was briefed by local formation commander on security situation in the Agency, resettlement phase of IDPs and inspected reconstruction work on ground.
"The war against terrorism will continue with focused approach and it will be taken to its logical conclusion till total elimination of terrorism from our soil," said Gen Bajwa.
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