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COAS reiterates to bring peace, stability in FATA

RAWALPINDI: General Raheel Sharif, Chief of Army Staff inaugurated an important section of upcoming Central Trade Corridor (CTC) alongwith the largest bridge on this road in South Waziristan Agency today,ISPR said.

According to the ISPR press release, CTC is a strategic road link to facilitate trade between Pakistan – Afghanistan and will directly and indirectly help revive local economy of FATA and KPK. An international standard, 705 KM long road network through southern KPK & FATA, CTC is being built by Army Engineers and funded by friendly countries.

At the occasion COAS said, development of FATA is a priority task being undertaken by the Army as a well considered strategy. Pakistan Army has undertaken 178 x projects so far in social sector, communication infrastructure and power sector in FATA and Malakand areas. These projects are aimed to improve the quality of life in tribal areas and address the problem of militancy on long term basis.

While addressing the tribal elders, COAS appreciated their support in combating terrorism and acknowledged their sacrifices in war against terrorism. He reiterated Army’s resolve to bring peace and stability to the affected areas.

Referring to operation Zarb-e-azb, COAS said that the operation is progressing successfully as per plan. He said while focusing on early completion, the army will continue with rehabilitation and reconstruction activities. A comprehensive plan in this regard has been chalked out in consultation with the government.

Earlier on his arrival in SWA, COAS was received by Corps Commander Lieutenant General Hidayat ur Rehman and tribal elders.

 

 

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