President of UAE Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has conferred Order of the Union Medal on Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa in recognition of his significant contributions to the promotion of bilateral ties between the two countries.

The medal was conferred upon the Army Chief when he called on the UAE’s President for making significant contributions to enhancing bilateral ties between both countries, the Directo General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) said in a tweet.

Matters of mutual interest, bilateral defense and security cooperation and regional security situation also came under discussion during the meeting.

The two leaders agreed that Pakistan and UAE share a great history of cordial relations and deep-rooted spirit of brotherhood which is transforming into an enduring partnership.