Chief of Naval Staff Pakistan Navy – Admiral Amjad Khan Niazi has been bestowed with ‘Legion of Merit’ award by Turkey.
According to Director General Public Relations (DGPR) Pakistan Navy CNS Admiral Amjad Khan Niazi received ‘Legion of Merit of the Turkish Armed Forces’ award by Turkey on Thursday (today).
Turkish Naval Forces (TNF) Commander Admiral Adnan OZBAL conferred the ‘Legion of Merit of the Turkish Armed Forces’ to CNS Admiral Amjad Khan Niazi.
Upon arrival at Turkish Naval Forces Headquarters CNS Admiral Amjad Khan Niazi was presented with Guard of Honor.
Meanwhile, CNS Admiral Amjad Khan Niazi also met with Minister of National Defence – Mr. Hulusi Akar and Turkish Armed Forces Commander – General Yasar Guler at Turkish General Staff Headquarters, Ankara.
Naval Chief also called on President of Defence Industries Mr. Ismail Demir at Presidency of Defence Industries.
During his meetings with Turkish officials, matters related to regional security, bilateral collaboration and mutual interest were discussed.
The dignitaries commended contributions of each other in maintaining peace and stability in region.
CNS Admiral Amjad Khan Niazi also laid floral wreath at ATATURK Mausoleum, Ankara and signed Honor Book.