Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - In a gesture acknowledging the efforts to bolster bilateral ties, Saudi Arabia's Chief of General Staff, Lieutenant-General Fayyad bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, awarded Pakistan’s Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, with the King Abdulaziz Medal of the Excellent Class on Saturday.

The presentation took place in Riyadh during a meeting between the two military leaders, in accordance with a royal directive from King Salman.

The medal serves as an official recognition of General Mirza's contributions to fostering friendship and enhancing cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.

This honor underscores the shared commitment of both nations to deepen their defense and military partnerships.

The ceremony provided a platform for both officials to discuss various aspects of mutual interest, including furthering collaborative efforts in the defense sector.

The meeting, which covered a range of topics relevant to enhancing bilateral cooperation, highlights the strategic importance of the relationship between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.

Both countries continue to explore ways to strengthen their joint endeavors across multiple fields through such official exchanges.