The Minister of Defense presents the King Abdulaziz Medal to the Pakistani Army Chief by order of the King
In a scene reflecting the depth of the strategic relations and strong fraternal ties that unite the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, and in implementation of the order of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - may God protect him - His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Defense, presented the King Abdulaziz Medal of the Excellent Class to His Excellency the Commander of the Pakistani Army, Field Marshal Asim Munir.
This high honor came during His Highness the Minister of Defense’s reception of His Excellency in his office in Riyadh today, where the ceremony of awarding the medal took place in appreciation of the distinguished efforts made by the Commander of the Pakistani Army in consolidating and strengthening the bonds of friendship and joint cooperation between the two brotherly countries, and his active role in developing Saudi-Pakistani relations and pushing them towards broader horizons.
Significance of the honor and importance of the medal
The King Abdulaziz Medal is one of the highest Saudi decorations awarded to senior officials and military leaders in brotherly and friendly nations. The awarding of this medal to Field Marshal Asim Munir carries profound political and diplomatic significance, underscoring the special place Pakistan holds with the Saudi leadership. This honor also reflects the Kingdom's appreciation for the pivotal role played by the Pakistani military in maintaining regional security and stability, and its active contribution to Islamic and international alliances in the fight against terrorism.
The depth of historical and strategic relations
Saudi-Pakistani relations are based on a long history of cooperation that transcends traditional diplomatic frameworks, reaching the level of a firmly established strategic partnership. The Kingdom and Pakistan have consistently supported each other in various international forums and crises, sharing a convergence of views on many regional and international issues, particularly those concerning the Muslim world and regional security.
During the meeting, His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman congratulated Field Marshal Asim Munir on his appointment as Chief of the Defence Forces of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, wishing him success in his new duties. They also reviewed the long-standing historical relations between the two countries, discussed strategic cooperation in the defense and military fields, and addressed efforts to strengthen international peace and security. Furthermore, they exchanged views on a number of issues of mutual interest.
High-level attendance
The reception and medal presentation ceremony was attended by a number of senior officials from both sides. From the Saudi side, His Highness Prince Abdulrahman bin Mohammed bin Ayyaf, Deputy Minister of Defense, His Excellency Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Fayyad bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, His Excellency Advisor to His Highness the Minister of Defense for Intelligence Affairs, Mr. Hisham bin Abdulaziz bin Saif, and the Military Attaché at the Kingdom’s Embassy in Islamabad, Brigadier General Bandar bin Hamad Al-Haqbani.
On the Pakistani side, those present included the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the Kingdom, Ahmed Farooq, the Secretary to His Excellency the Chief of Defense Forces and Commander of the Army, Major General Muhammad Jawad Tariq, and the Military Attaché at the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the Kingdom, Brigadier General Mohsin Javed.
