ISLAMABAD: General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Pakistan Army and Bill Gates, Co-Chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation had a telephone conversation.

Matters related to Pakistan’s commitment for comprehensive polio eradication and Covid-19 were discussed. Gates conveyed appreciation for Pakistan Army for supporting national polio drive, ensuring proper reach and coverage. The COAS said it was a national cause and credit goes to all involved in the process.

Gates also appreciated Pakistan’s success against Covid-19 despite resource constraints. The COAS attributed the success to a true national response, executed through the mechanism of NCOC which allowed optimisation of resources.

The COAS appreciated his efforts towards this noble cause and assured him continued cooperation.

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