Saudi Arabia honored Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir with the King Abdul Aziz Medal for his contribution in strengthening bilateral cooperation and relations. This is a sign of improving Pakistan-Saudi relations.
Riyadh. The government of Saudi Arabia has awarded Pakistan’s Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) Asim Munir with its highest honour, the King Abdul Aziz Medal. Saudi Arabia’s Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman has given this honor to Munir in Riyadh. Khalid bin Salman wrote in a post on
Relations between Pakistan and Arab are improving
The awarding of Saudi Arabia’s highest honor to Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir points towards the improving relations between the two countries. Let us tell you that both the countries have also signed an agreement this year promising each other’s security.
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What is the agreement between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan?
An important agreement has been signed between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia in September 2025. Under this agreement made on the lines of NATO countries, if there is any external attack on Pakistan or Saudi Arabia, it will be considered an attack on both. That means the armies of both the countries will be ready to protect each other. Only three months after this agreement, Saudi Arabia has honored Asim Munir with its highest honour. This indicates that in the future, more coordination may be seen in the defense sector between the two countries.
What issues were discussed between Prince Khalid and Asim Munir?
Meanwhile, a statement issued by the Pakistan Army said that Asim Munir held talks with Saudi Arabia’s Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman on regional security, defense and military cooperation, strategic partnership and emerging geo-political challenges. During the discussion, both stressed on further improving relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. At the same time, Munir expressed his gratitude for the highest honor received from Saudi Arabia, calling it a proud moment. Also this award was described as a symbol of permanent relations between the two countries.