COAS Field Marshal Asim Munir Witnesses ‘Steadfast Resolve’ Exercise, Emphasizes Technology-Driven Multi-Domain Warfare

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir visited Bahawalpur Garrison where he was briefed on key operational, training, and administrative matters of the Bahawalpur Corps, with a particular emphasis on preparations for future multi-domain warfare, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).

During the visit, the COAS & CDF observed a high-intensity field exercise titled “Steadfast Resolve” at Khairpur Tamewali (KPT). The exercise demonstrated the Pakistan Army’s growing emphasis on technology-enabled warfare, showcasing the integration of advanced capabilities including unmanned aerial systems (drones), electronic warfare assets, modern surveillance platforms, and sophisticated command-and-control mechanisms. The drill reflected the Armed Forces’ evolving doctrine focused on joint, multi-domain operations.

Addressing the troops, Field Marshal Asim Munir commended their high morale, professional excellence, and operational readiness. He reaffirmed that the Pakistan Armed Forces remain fully prepared to defend the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity against all threats, stressing the importance of maintaining optimum readiness to effectively counter future battlefield and security challenges.

The COAS & CDF highlighted that the character of warfare has undergone a fundamental transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements. He noted that future conflicts will increasingly rely on technological manoeuvres rather than traditional physical manoeuvres, significantly altering both offensive and defensive operations. In this context, he emphasized that the Pakistan Armed Forces are rapidly embracing emerging technologies, with innovation, indigenisation, and adaptability forming the cornerstone of this transformation.

Earlier, Field Marshal Asim Munir inaugurated the ROHI eSkills Learning Hub (STP), an initiative aimed at promoting digital literacy and skill development, particularly for students from Southern Punjab and across the country. He also inaugurated the APS Abbasia Campus, reaffirming the Pakistan Army’s long-standing commitment to quality education, character building, and national development.

Later, the COAS & CDF visited the EME Regional Workshop, where he was briefed on advanced maintenance regimes designed to sustain modern military platforms through cutting-edge technologies, indigenisation, and enhanced combat support measures.

Upon arrival at Bahawalpur Garrison, Field Marshal Asim Munir was received by the Commander Bahawalpur Corps. He also laid a floral wreath at Yadgar-e-Shuhada and offered Fateha, paying solemn tribute to the supreme sacrifices of Pakistan’s martyrs.