Field Marshal Asim Munir visits POF, reviews production capabilities, export potential

Rawalpindi (Web Desk): Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir visited Pakistan’s largest defence industrial complex, Pakistan Ordinance Factory (POF) in Wah, the military’s media wing said on Saturday.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the visit focused on reviewing POF’s production capabilities, export potential and contributions towards the country’s defence industrial base.

During the visit, the COAS was briefed on various aspects of POF’s operations and its role in strengthening national defence through the indigenous development and production of a diverse range of military equipment.

He also witnessed the tests and trials of locally designed and manufactured arms and ammunition, highlighting POF’s commitment to innovation, self-reliance and enhancing Pakistan’s defence production capabilities, the news release said.

The CDF was presented with an overview on progress of the corporatization process following the enactment of the DIPRA Ordinance.

Field Marshal Asim Munir was also apprised about the ongoing indigenisation and upgradation efforts through the installation of two new industrial plants, which are likely to commence production by the end of current year.

“The visit underscored the military’s commitment to advancing self-reliance, indigenous production and technological innovation in Pakistan’s defence sector,” the ISPR said.