Saudi Arabia has awarded its highest national honour to Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, marking a major moment in the long-standing defence partnership between the two brotherly nations.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Field Marshal Munir was conferred the King Abdulaziz Medal honour under a royal decree issued by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The award recognises exceptional service and leadership, as well as meaningful contributions to regional peace and security.

During his official visit to the kingdom, Field Marshal Munir met Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Defence, Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The high-level talks focused on regional security dynamics, defence and military cooperation, strategic collaboration, and evolving geopolitical challenges facing the region.

The ISPR said the discussions reaffirmed the “deep-rooted, historic, and brotherly relations” between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, highlighting a shared commitment to peace, stability, and mutual security interests. Both sides also reviewed ongoing defence coordination and explored ways to further strengthen institutional linkages.

Upon the directive of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, I presented Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, with the King Abdulaziz Medal of Excellent Class for his distinguished efforts to enhance our cooperation and advance the Saudi-Pakistani relations. pic.twitter.com/bWHL08TKuz

— Khalid bin Salman خالد بن سلمان (@kbsalsaud) December 21, 2025

The King Abdulaziz Medal honour was awarded in recognition of Field Marshal Munir’s distinguished military career, his strategic vision, and his role in expanding defence cooperation between Islamabad and Riyadh. The honour also reflects his contributions toward regional peace, particularly through sustained collaboration in counter-terrorism and security efforts.

Saudi leadership, the ISPR added, praised Field Marshal Munir’s professionalism and strategic outlook, noting his consistent efforts to deepen bilateral ties. In response, the army chief expressed gratitude to King Salman and the Saudi leadership, calling the award a symbol of the enduring bonds between the two nations.

Field Marshal Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to the security, stability, and prosperity of Saudi Arabia, underscoring that the partnership between the two countries continues to grow stronger in the face of shared regional and global challenges.