Rawalpindi, October 14, 2026 – The Europe Today: Russian Minister of Internal Affairs Vladimir Kolokoltsev called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on Wednesday, October 14, to discuss matters of mutual interest and the regional security situation.
According to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the meeting focused on strengthening bilateral security cooperation, with both sides underscoring the importance of closer institutional linkages and enhanced coordination between the security institutions of Pakistan and Russia.
During the meeting, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening its longstanding relations with Russia and expanding practical cooperation in areas of shared interest, particularly in the security domain.
The discussions also covered the regional security environment and opportunities to enhance collaboration to address common security challenges.
Minister Kolokoltsev appreciated Pakistan’s contributions to regional peace and stability and acknowledged the professionalism and sacrifices of the Pakistan Armed Forces in the fight against terrorism.
The meeting reflected the shared interest of Pakistan and Russia in strengthening bilateral ties and promoting greater cooperation between their respective security institutions.
