ANKARA – Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, has been awarded Turkish Armed Forces Medal of Distinguished Service, Türkiye’s highest military honour, during his official visit to Ankara. The prestigious award was conferred by General Selçuk Bayraktaroğlu, Chief of the Turkish General Staff, in recognition of Field Marshal Munir’s exceptional contributions to strengthening defence cooperation, expanding military collaboration, and reinforcing the longstanding brotherly relationship between the armed forces of Pakistan and Türkiye. The honour adds another distinction to Field Marshal Munir’s growing international profile. With this award, he is reported to have received the highest military honours from more than ten countries, making him one of the world’s most decorated serving military leaders. Pakistan’s top general received ceremonial Guard of Honour upon his arrival in Türkiye, reflecting the importance attached to his visit. In another significant gesture, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan personally welcomed the Pakistani military chief at Ankara Airport, highlighting the strategic depth of relations between the two nations.