Islamabad - Gen. Duncan McNabb, U.S. Transportation Command commander, traveled to Pakistan Aug. 2 and 3 for a scheduled visit to consult with Gen. Ashfaq Parvez Kayani, Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, regarding U.S. military logistics operations in the region.

Aboard his aircraft flying to Pakistan, 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.
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