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1991-2003
The Conflict
In the aftermath of the 1991 Gulf war Kuwait found itself confronted with colossal post-war problems. They included the reclamation of the entire land of Kuwait which had been turned into a battlefield by Iraq and the Allied Forces. Almost the whole territory was infested with lethal mines, huge stockpiles of ammunition and explosives and vast dugouts, which made the normal use of land impossible.
Pakistan, with its long tradition and considerable experience of assisting friendly nations in need of international help, offered its services for the reclamation of the devastated land. Pakistan was assigned the most difficult area in the north of Kuwait city. It was spread over 3000 square kilometers. Subsequently reclamation of Bubiyan Island also was entrusted to Pakistan.
The operation was carried out by a task force of Pakistan Army Engineers. The professionalism and dedication displayed by this force elicited praise at international level. Experts from different countries who visited Kuwait during the reclamation process appreciated the quality of work of the dedicated Pakistanis.
The Missions
Pak Contribution
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