Observer Report
Rawalpindi
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Friday stressed that technological upgradation is imperative to meet the future challenges on the battlefield, the Inter Services Public Relations Pakistan (ISPR) said.
The army chief made the comments during his visit to Pakistan Ordnance Factories in Wah, where he was given a detailed briefing on the performance of various production units.
“Technological upgradation, odernisation, and indigenous development to attain self-reliance in defence production [are] vital to meet the challenges of [the] future battlefield,” the army chief said. Appreciating the POF management and staff for their dedication to optimise output, Gen Bajwa said that the institution serves as the backbone of Pakistan’s defence. Meanwhile, the briefing focused on the targets achieved, future projects, envisaged modernisation for cost-effective and sustainable production, and acquisition of modern technology in line with prevailing operational requirements of Pakistan Armed Forces, the ISPR said.
The army chief was apprised of the POF’s endeavours for international ventures focusing on exports to contribute to the national exchequer.
He also visited display lounge where newly developed defence products were showcased.
Earlier on arrival, Gen Bajwa was received by Chairman POF Lieutenant General Bilal Akbar, the ISPR said.
On November 7, Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa had visited logistic installations of Lahore Corps. During interaction with troops, General Qamar Javed Bajwa had said that efficient and smooth logistics will enhance the overall operational readiness and response capacity against adventurism by the enemy, the military’s media wing had said.
