Our desire for peace should not be misunderstood.

ISLAMABAD -- Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Mujahid Anwar Khan on Saturday said Pakistan Air Force (PAF) proved its capability equal to Quaid-e-Azam's vision of being second to none on the occasion of Operation Swift Retort on February 27, 2019 and established our supremacy in the air.

Addressing the second anniversary of Operation Swift Retort commemorated as Surprise Day here at Air Headquarters, he said 'Thanks to Almighty Allah that the PAF had deterred the aggressor (India) who gravely miscalculated and challenged our sovereignty'.

The Air Chief said on the strength of our capability and resolve PAF responded in a manner that made our nation proud. He also appreciated all PAF personnel for their professionalism, valour and commitment during Operation Swift Retort.

' Pakistan is a responsible and peace loving nation and its armed forces are prepared to defend its territorial integrity at all costs.'

He said our efforts for global and regional peace particularly in Afghanistan, Middle East and UN peace keeping missions were being acknowledged by the international community. 'One such manifestation of peace was witnessed by the world through unconditional return of the captured Indian pilot by the government of Pakistan.'

The Air Chief emphasised: 'However, let me make it clear that our desire for peace should not be misunderstood. In case of any misadventure, our response would be swift, resolute and unwavering.'

He also expressed his pleasure that in the wake of historic operation Swift Retort PAF remained proactive for maintaining peace and deterring aggression despite the challenges of Covid-19 pandemic. 'PAF resolve and determination during the pandemic was remarkable', he added.

Pakistan is a responsible and peace loving nation, says Air Chief Mujahid Anwar Khan

The Air Chief again extended his gratitude to Almighty Allah for a successful fight against Covid-19 contagion outbreak in the country.

He said: 'Thanks to Almighty Allah, our well deliberated strategy, its successful implementation and team work yielded dividends while being committed to recollect, reconnect, recharge and thinking to win PAF maintained...

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