President Asif Ali Zardari has conferred the prestigious Nishan‑e‑Imtiaz (Military) on Vice Admiral Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Al Ghoraibi, Chief of the Royal Saudi Naval Forces, during a formal ceremony at Islamabad’s Aiwan‑e‑Sadr. The award recognizes his exceptional contributions to strengthening naval cooperation and joint training initiatives between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

The ceremony, attended by senior military leaders and foreign dignitaries, reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening defense ties with Saudi Arabia. President Zardari praised Vice Admiral Al Ghoraibi for his leadership during significant joint exercises, including Exercise Aman-25 and Aman Dialogue-25.

Highlighting the broader strategic relationship, the president emphasized Pakistan’s appreciation for Saudi support during challenging times and expressed hope for expanded navy‑to‑navy collaboration. He also commended Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman’s visionary leadership, calling it instrumental in transforming Saudi Arabia and benefiting the wider region.

This high‑level interaction not only honors distinguished service but also signals renewed momentum in Pakistan–Saudi maritime partnership, focusing on enhanced training, operational coordination, and shared strategic interests.