Waqas 48 Posted May 19, 2009 PARIS: The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani had an intense single day visit to France where he called on Mr Nicholas Sarkozy, President of France. President Sarkozy expressed the French desire to have Pakistan as its strategic partner. He said that France would help Pakistan buildup its capabilities to meet its challenges. COAS also held separate individual meetings with French Foreign Minister, Minister of Defence, Chief of French Defence Staff and Chief of French Army Staff. Earlier, General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani visited French Army Headquarters. On arrival an impressive Guard of honour ceremony was held by a smartly turned out contingent of French Army. National Anthems of both France and Pakistan were played. Later Legion of merit award was also presented to COAS. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
