Abbottabad, 17 October, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Commander National Strategic Command General Syed Amir Raza has declared that Pakistan’s national security will not be compromised under any circumstances, asserting that the country’s borders are fully secure and cross-border infiltration will not be tolerated. Addressing the passing-out ceremony at the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul, General Amir Raza said Pakistan’s armed forces had demonstrated their capabilities in every field and remained fully prepared to defend the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. He said newly graduated cadets would play a vital role in safeguarding national security and would face new challenges throughout their professional careers. Urging the cadets to demonstrate courage, honesty and boldness, he emphasized that these qualities were essential for effective leadership. He also described women’s participation in the armed forces as a matter of pride. General Amir Raza said Pakistan’s role in promoting regional peace and facilitating dialogue had been recognized internationally, particularly amid recent regional tensions. He reiterated that the armed forces would defend every inch of the country and would not allow any violation of Pakistan’s borders. Referring to regional and international issues, he said the Kashmir dispute remained unresolved in accordance with the relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions and called for an end to human rights violations in Palestine. Addressing the graduating cadets, he paid tribute to Pakistan’s brave soldiers who were sacrificing their lives to defend the homeland, adding that the new officers would assume the important responsibility of protecting the country’s security, dignity and sovereignty. The ceremony marked the passing out of cadets from the 73rd Integrated Course and the 28th Lady Cadet Course. Graduates of the 154th PMA Long Course and the 39th Technical Graduate Course also completed their training at the prestigious military academy.