Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, who is on an official visit to Saudi Arabia, called on General Fayyadh bin Hamed Al Ruwaili, Chief of General Staff of Saudi Armed Forces.

During the meeting, both sides discussed the evolving global and regional environment and avenues for enhancing bilateral defence cooperation, said a news release issued by the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Sunday.

The military leadership reaffirmed their resolve to further deepen the strong brotherly ties and enduring defence partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

In recognition of his significant contributions in deepening Pakistan-Kingdom of Saudi Arabia relationship, in particular the military to military ties, the CJCSC was conferred with the “King Abdulaziz Medal of Honour of the Excellent Class.”

The Saudi military leadership lauded the professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged their sacrifices in the fight against terrorism.