- The Prime Minister highlights the long-standing friendship and mutual trust with Jordan.
- King Abdullah II witnesses joint fire and maneuver exercises.
- COAS Munir receives the Jordanian Order of Military Merit.
RAWALPINDI: King Abdullah II of Jordan on Sunday praised the Pakistan Army for its exceptional training, professionalism and operational preparedness, highlighting the readiness of troops and aircrew.
He expressed his views during a visit to Global Industrial and Defense Solutions (GIDS) and Tilla Field firing ranges, according to a press release issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
King Abdullah was accompanied by Princess Salma and a delegation of Jordanian officials. Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir received the royal guests along with senior military officers.
During the visit, the King of Jordan received a comprehensive briefing on GIDS’ structure, capabilities and product portfolio.
The briefing showcased Pakistan’s progress in local defense production, technological innovation and possible avenues for bilateral defense cooperation with Jordan.
Later, the Jordanian monarch visited the Tilla Field shooting ranges. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif was also present on the occasion; Among the distinguished guests was also the Minister of Defense Industry of Azerbaijan, Vugar Valeh oglu Mustafayev.
King Abdullah and his distinguished guests witnessed a joint shooting and maneuver exercise.
The exercise demonstrated multi-domain operations, including conventional and aerial firepower, coordinated maneuver and spectrum warfare capabilities supported by multi-purpose drones employed in various configurations and roles.
King Abdullah II appreciated the high standards of training, professionalism and operational capabilities and readiness demonstrated by the participating troops and aircrew.
On the occasion, Prime Minister Shehbaz expressed Pakistan’s deep respect and affection for King Abdullah II and the people of Jordan, noting that the visit reflects long-standing friendship, mutual trust and a shared desire for peace and development.
COAS Munir highlighted the strong military ties between Pakistan and Jordan, emphasizing continued cooperation and shared vision of a stable and peaceful region, the army’s media wing said.
During the visit, the King of Jordan conferred the Order of Military Merit of the First Degree on Field Marshal Munir, recognizing his contributions to strengthening bilateral military relations.
The two-day visit of the Jordanian king marks a milestone in reinforcing the historic ties of brotherhood and brotherhood between Pakistan and Jordan.
In a separate event, President Asif Ali Zardari conferred the country’s highest civilian award on King Abdullah, at a special investiture ceremony held at Aiwan-e-Sadr, for his contribution to regional and global peace.
The Jordanian king also conferred the Wisam al-Nahdah al-Mursa (Great Jeweled Cord of Al Nahdah, translated as Order of Renaissance) on President Zardari.
