Foreign-sponsored proxies being used to destabilise Balochistan: CDF Asim Munir
- Says Balochistan’s present, future inseparable from those of Pakistan
Army Chief Syed Asim Munir stated that foreign-sponsored proxies are destabilizing Balochistan, emphasizing national resolve and a firm state response to counter these threats and unlock the province's potential.
- Foreign-sponsored threats to Balochistan's stability and development.
- Unlocking Balochistan's economic potential and empowering its youth.
- Countering hostile propaganda and false narratives in the region.
Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has said that Fitna al-Khawarij and Fitna al-Hindustan are foreign-sponsored proxies being used by hostile elements to destabilise Balochistan, hinder its development and drive a wedge between the state and its people.
Interacting with Balochistan’s notables and political leadership, Field Marshal Munir said such hostile designs would be defeated through the collective resolve of the nation and a firm, decisive and unwavering response by the state, according to an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) statement issued on Friday.
He said Balochistan’s present and future were inseparable from those of Pakistan and stressed that the province was home to talented, resilient, patriotic and proud people.
The army chief said a clear national narrative, coupled with lasting peace and stability, was essential to unlocking Balochistan’s economic potential, attracting investment and converting its abundant human and natural resources into tangible prosperity for its people.
Highlighting the role of young people, CDF Munir said Balochistan’s youth represented one of the country’s most vibrant and promising segments, adding that empowering them and providing opportunities to contribute to national progress was central to sustainable development.
He also praised Balochistan’s notables and community leaders for promoting peace, strengthening social cohesion and advancing what he described as a constructive national discourse.
The field marshal stressed the need to counter hostile propaganda comprehensively, expose false narratives and project the true potential, progress and aspirations of Balochistan and its people.
He said the destiny of Balochistan rested solely in the hands of the people of Balochistan.
The participants reaffirmed their commitment to peace, development and prosperity in Balochistan and Pakistan, pledging to stand alongside the state and armed forces against foreign-sponsored threats to peace and stability.