Pakistan Army Troops Depart for UN Peace-Keeping Mission in Sudan

Lahore : A batch of 202 Pakistan Army troops left here today to perform peace-keeping duties under the aegis of United Nations Mission in Darfur, Sudan. Brigadier Riaz Ahmed bade them farewell at the Allama Iqbal International Airport, prior to their departure on a UN chartered aircraft. The departing troops will replace the already deployed Pakistan Army Contingent in strife – torn country as part of the relieve and rotation schedule.

Speaking to troops, Brigadier Riaz Ahmed said that Pakistan Army had added glorious chapters in the annals of peace-keeping history by rendering dedicated services for the restoration of peace all over the globe. He urged the troops that they were embarking on a noble assignment. He emphasised that their conduct should reflect the exemplary traditions of Pakistan Army.