Army chief returns from US visit

ISLAMABAD: Chief of the Army Staff Gen Ashfaq Parvez Kayani has returned home Tuesday on conclusion of his official visit to US.

Military sources told his visit to US remained productive and he represented Pakistan in working groups related to defence and military matters during Pak-US strategic talks. He also held meetings with US defence secretary Robert Gates, admiral Mike Mullen, US army chief George Cassey on the sidelines of strategic talks.

Gen Kayani held talks with US military authorities with reference to requirements of Pakistan army which remained successful.

Amy chief has succeeded in seeking categorical assurances from US top leadership in regard to acquisition of high tech equipments, modern technology and weapons for Pakistan army.