U.S. Transportation Command Leader Visits Pakistan

Islamabad, August 2, 2010 - U.S. Air Force Gen. Duncan McNabb, U.S. Transportation Command commander, is greeted by Mr. Niamat Khan, a senior official from Pakistan's National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), upon his arrival in Pakistan.

August 3, 2010

Islamabad - General Duncan McNabb, U.S. Transportation Command commander, traveled to Pakistan August 2-3 for a scheduled visit to consult with General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani, Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, regarding U.S. military logistics operations in the region.  Aboard his aircraft flying to Pakistan, Gen. McNabb brought 12,200 halal meals for emergency ration distribution by the Pakistani government to those affected by the recent monsoon floods.

"I offer my deepest condolences to those who have lost loved ones in the recent flooding," he said.  "The United States will continue to support the people of Pakistan, both during Pakistan's flood relief operations and as a long-term partner and ally."

During the meeting with General Kayani, McNabb emphasized the U.S. commitment for continued support to Pakistan during the current flood relief efforts and beyond.

The U.S. Transportation Command is responsible for the overall coordination of transportation, sustainment and distribution efforts across the U.S. military and in coordination with partner nations.