Field Marshal calls overseas Pakistanis nation’s ‘brain gain’, source of pride
Pakistan will give a befitting response to any Indian aggression. COAS Asim Munir
COAS Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, speaking to the Pakistani community during his visit to the United States, praised overseas Pakistanis as a symbol of ‘brain gain’ rather than ‘brain drain’, calling them a source if pride and honour for the nation.
On India, he said New Delhi’s self-portrayal as a “Vishwa Guru” is far from reality, and exposed RAW’s role in transnational terrorism citing the killing of a Sikh leader in Canada, the case of eight Indian naval officers in Qatar, and the arrest of Kulbhushan Yadav. He underlined Pakistan’s diplomatic success in countering India’s discriminatory policies.
Referring to recent Indian aggression, he condemned the violation of Pakistan’s sovereignty, which martyred innocent civilians and pushed the region to the brink of a dangerous war. He thanked President Trump for his strategic leadership in helping defuse the situation and preventing wider global conflicts.
He reiterated that Pakistan will give a befitting response to any Indian aggression, and reminded the world that Kashmir is not India’s internal matter but an unresolved international agenda Pakistan’s “jugular vein” as per Quaid-e-Azam.
On security, he warned that multiple terrorist outfits, including Fitna al-Khawarij, are operating from Afghanistan against Pakistan. “There will be no sympathy for terrorists; they will face justice with full force,” he affirmed.
He said their dedication to Pakistan is undeniable, noting that they are often the first to respond during natural disasters.
“The question is no longer if we will rise, but how quickly and with how much strength,” he remarked, reiterating his belief in the overseas community’s role in Pakistan’s progress.
On regional issues, Field Marshal Munir criticized India’s attempts to project itself as a global leader, citing the killing of a Sikh leader in Canada, the detention of eight Indian naval officers in Qatar, and the case of Kulbhushan Jadhav as proof of India’s involvement in terrorism.
He said Pakistan has fought a successful diplomatic battle against India’s discriminatory policies, responded firmly to provocations, and prevented escalation into a broader conflict.
He expressed gratitude to former U.S. President Donald Trump, crediting his strategic leadership with preventing a Pakistan–India war and averting other global conflicts.
Munir also highlighted that his second U.S. visit within six weeks marked a “new dimension” in Pak–U.S. relations.
Addressing global concerns, he condemned the ongoing genocide in Gaza as one of the worst human tragedies with far-reaching consequences.
He also warned that multiple terrorist groups, including Fitna al-khawarij, are operating from Afghanistan against Pakistan.
On social media, he cautioned that while it’s a powerful tool, hostile elements use it to spread “manufactured chaos.” Quoting the Qur’an, he advised verifying any news from dubious sources before acting.
He highlighted Pakistan’s recent successes in diplomacy and security as the result of Allah’s blessing, national unity, political foresight, and the professionalism of the armed forces. He noted that with 64% of Pakistan’s population being youth, the country has immense potential for progress.
“Our question is no longer if we will rise, but how soon and how strongly we will rise,” he said, urging Pakistanis to move forward with renewed resolve and purpose.
