Russia’s aggression in Ukraine must be stopped immediately: Pakistan’s army chief

The no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Imran Khan has caused a stir in Pakistan’s politics. Whether Imran Khan will have to step down or not will be known in a vote in Parliament tomorrow. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa has publicly commented on the Russia-Ukraine war. He says Russia’s aggression in Ukraine must stop immediately.

The United States and its Western allies have imposed a series of sanctions on Moscow since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The then Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan did not say anything against Russia. Pakistan abstained from voting on a resolution condemning Russia’s attack on the UN General Assembly. Earlier in the day, Imran Khan visited Moscow and met with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

After that, Imran Khan is apparently blaming the United States for the fall of the government in Pakistan. At the time, Pakistan’s military chief’s remarks against Russia indicated that he was leaning towards the US-led Western camp.

Whether or not Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan should step down will be known tomorrow in a vote of no-confidence in Parliament.File photo: AFP
Speaking at the Islamabad Security Dialogue on Saturday, Pakistan’s army chief spoke about the situation in Afghanistan and Kashmir, Russia’s recent war with Russia and Ukraine, India’s recent firing of missiles at Pakistan by mistake, and Islamabad’s bilateral relations with India and the United States. . His remarks are being discussed in the turbulent situation of the country’s politics.

‘Aggression is unforgivable’
On Russia-Ukraine war, General Kamar Javed Bajwa said, “Russia’s aggression against a small country cannot be forgiven despite security concerns.” He added that Pakistan was calling for a ceasefire. At the same time, Islamabad is urging the parties concerned to expedite talks to find a lasting way to restore peace.

Pakistan’s army chief says the Russia-Ukraine war has sent a message of hope to smaller nations that they too can fight against any large and modern military power with their limited capabilities. Can prevent aggression.

According to General Bajwa, since the independence of Ukraine, Pakistan has maintained warm relations with the country in the field of defense and economy. Islamabad’s bilateral relations with Moscow are quite cold for various reasons. However, in recent times, this coolness of bilateral relations has begun to subside.

‘Strategic relationship’ with the United States
Pakistan’s army chief General Bajwa has said that the United States has a “long and strategic” bilateral relationship with Pakistan. “Pakistan does not believe in being a superpower in international relations,” he said.

General Bajwa further said that Pakistan has a very close strategic relationship with China. Example of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPIC). At the same time, excellent strategic relations with the United States are being pursued. The United States is Pakistan’s largest export market. Pakistan is keen to further strengthen relations with China and the United States. It is also important to take forward the process of developing Pakistan’s bilateral relations with the European Union, the United Kingdom, the Gulf region, Japan and Southeast Asian countries.

Concerns over Indian missiles
Indian authorities later said the incident was “accidental”. Speaking at the security dialogue, General Bajwa expressed “deep concern” over the issue. “We hope that India will present the relevant evidence to Pakistan and the international community,” he said.

“This is the first time in history that a nuclear-powered supersonic cruise missile has landed in another nuclear-armed country,” Bajwa said. We are also concerned about India’s ability to manage high-powered weapons.

The incident was first reported by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement on March 10. The next day, India issued a statement calling it an ‘accident’. Although no casualties were reported, Pakistan has asked India to provide proper evidence.

Last year, in the Islamabad Security Dialogue, General Bajwa emphasized the need to “forget the past and move forward with talks” to resolve the Kashmir issue. In his speech this time, he said that his expectation was that India would also resolve the border dispute with China through talks.

The situation in Afghanistan
Referring to the crisis in Afghanistan as a regional problem, General Bajwa said, “So regional development and prosperity can be a prerequisite for lasting peace and stability here. That is why we have kept our doors open for the neighboring country in times of crisis. ”

General Bajwa said that Pakistan would continue to work on the basis of cooperation with the international community to restore peace and stability in Afghanistan. However he acknowledged that their numbers were not enough to defeat Osama bin Laden’s government. The international community, especially the West, should not forget the 40 million helpless people in Afghanistan in the wake of the Ukraine war.

What is happening in Pakistan
Opponents accuse Imran Khan of pushing Pakistan towards economic and political instability. Imran Khan’s party has taken a stand against some members of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Last Wednesday, the main alliance partner Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) joined hands with the opposition alliance.

However, Imran Khan alleged that the opposition was conspiring to overthrow him with the help of foreign countries. He even claims that there is an attempt to kill him. Pointing to the United States at the Islamabad Security Dialogue last Friday, he said a powerful country was angry at Russia’s visit in February.

Which can happen
These include facing a no-confidence vote, resigning or holding early elections. Pakistan’s ‘Establishment’ is basically the country’s powerful army.

Proof of a majority in the 342-member Pakistan National Assembly requires the support of 162 lawmakers. But with the loss of key allies and party rebels, support for the Imran government has waned. The PTI has 142 members in support of the government, according to Geo News. On the other hand, 199 MNAs are in favor of the opposition. No civilian head of government has been in power in Pakistan so far.