US Afghanistan War Commission Delegation Meets Field Marshal Asim Munir at GHQ
Field Marshal Asim Munir Briefs US Afghanistan War Commission on Pakistan’s Perspective
US Afghanistan War Commission Reviews 20-Year Afghanistan Engagement, Meets Pakistan Army Chief
Rawalpindi – 28 September 2026 (Adnan Hameed) : A delegation of the U.S. Afghanistan War Commission, led by its Co-Chairs Shamila N. Chaudhary and Dr. Colin F. Jackson, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces (COAS & CDF), at General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi.
The delegation is undertaking a review of the United States’ 20-year engagement in Afghanistan. Discussions covered matters of mutual interest including Pakistan’s support, the regional security environment and developments in Afghanistan, with focus on perspectives relevant to the Commission’s work.
The COAS & CDF shared Pakistan’s perspective on the security dynamics that shaped the conflict and highlighted the challenges faced by Pakistan during the prolonged conflict in Afghanistan. He underscored the importance of incorporating the regional perspective and Pakistan’s experience in assessing the strategic, diplomatic and operational dimensions of the conflict, says press note.
The delegation acknowledged Pakistan’s longstanding role and sacrifices during the conflict in Afghanistan and appreciated its continued contribution to regional peace and stability.
