Air Chief awarded with US Legion of Merit
ISLAMABAD, (MILLAT ONLINE):In a simple but impressive ceremony held at Air Headquarters, Air Chief Marshal
Sohail Aman, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force (PAF) was awarded with
United States Legion of Merit, the highest military award of US armed forces awarded
to any foreign military high official.
The military award was presented by Lt. Gen. Jeffrey L. Harrigian, Commander U.S.
Air Forces Central Command, on behalf of General David L. Goldfein, Chief of
Staff US Air Force, who witnessed the ceremony through a video link, said news
release issued here by media affairs directorate of PAF.
The award has been conferred on the Air Chief in recognition of his brave
leadership, sagacity, vision, demonstration of superb resolve and unwavering
dedication to the global war on terrorism and above all extraordinary efforts
to ensure regional as well as global peace and stability. The award is also an
acknowledgment of his personal efforts, which greatly enhanced mutual
cooperation and relations between the two air forces.
During the ceremony, Chief of Staff US Air Force lauded PAF Air Chief’s strong
commitment in the fight against terrorism and tireless advocacy for the
advancement of PAF capabilities that greatly contributed in bringing peace and
stability in the region. He was of the view that Air Chief’s personal initiative
proved critical to the successful conduct of war on terrorism around the world.
Later, Lt. Gen. Jeffrey L. Harrigian called on the Air Chief in his office. Both the
dignitaries remained together for some time and discussed matters of mutual
interest. During the meeting the Air Chief reiterated his resolve to further
enhance mutual cooperation between the two air forces. This singularly
distinctive accomplishment of the Air Chief is not only a matter of pride for
the PAF but also for the entire nation.