King confers Order of Bahrain First Class on COAS

RAWALPINDI: King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa has conferred Military Medal Order of Bahrain First Class on Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir in recognition of his significant efforts and contributions to the enhancement of bilateral ties between the two brotherly countries.

General Syed Asim Munir who is on a two days official visit to Kingdom of Bahrain called on King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Crown Prince Salmanbin Hamad Al Khalifa, Field Marshal Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Commander of Bahrain Defence Forces and General Shaikh Mohammad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Commander of Bahrain National Guard.

During the meetings, matters of mutual interest including bilateral military and security cooperation were discussed, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) in a statement said on Monday.

The dignitaries lauded Pakistan Army’s achievements in fight against terrorism and continued efforts for regional peace and stability. The COAS was also chief guest at the 27th Raising Day of Bahrain National Guard where he was warmly welcomed and given Guard of Honour and witnessed a demonstration related to counter-terrorism training exercise.

Commander Bahrain National Guard extended his gratitude and appreciation to the Pakistan Army for providing highly professional training to the Bahrain National Guard in military and counter terrorism domains.