ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday conferred Hilal-i-Imtiaz-Military upon Commander Royal Brunei Navy, First Admiral Dato Seri Pahlawan Haji Abdul Halim bin Haji Mohd Hanifah, during a special investiture ceremony held at the Aiwan-e-Sadr.
The citation read on the occasion said that First Admiral Dato Seri Pahlawan Haji Abdul Halim bin Haji Mohd Hanifah is a sincere and close friend of Pakistan. He has played a prominent role in expanding mutual cooperation and strengthening the bonds of friendship between the two nations.
In recognition of his professional achievements and endeavours for strengthening the friendship and cooperation between Brunei Navy and Pakistan Navy and between the two countries, the president has conferred Hilal-i-Imtiaz-M on him.