Islam religion of peace: COAS

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir has maintained that Islam is a religion of peace and there is no space for intolerance and extremism in Islam and society and no one can be allowed to take law in his own hands in a civilised society.

The COAS was talking to Dr. Azad Marshall, Moderator and President Bishops (Church of Pakistan and Bishop of Raiwind) along with 13 members’ delegation of Christian Community called on him at General Headquarters here on Monday.

General Asim Munir expressed deep respect for Christian community and stressed upon the need for promoting greater interfaith harmony in society in order to follow Quaid’s true vision of a united and progressive Pakistan.

During the meeting matters of mutual interest, religious and interfaith harmony were discussed, an Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement said.

The COAS lauded the contributions of Pakistani Christian Community in national development, including promotion of quality education, healthcare and philanthropic services and outstanding role played by them for the defence of the motherland.

Christian Community members acknowledged Pakistan Army’s efforts in combatting terrorism and providing secure environment to the minorities in the country. They appreciated Army Chief’s gesture as an inspiration for Pakistani minorities to take greater and more active part in nation building and in restoring their faith in a cohesive and tolerant society.