ISLAMABAD: King Abdullah of Jordan presented a top national medal of his country to Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) General Sahir Shamshad Mirza who is currently on a visit to the Arab state to discuss a wide range of issues, confirmed an official Pakistani statement on Wednesday.
Pakistan and Jordan have a long history of cordial relationship. The two countries have supported each other on various regional and international platforms in the past and tried to capitalize on their religious affinity and shared perspective on global politics.
The defense and security cooperation is also central pillar of their bilateral ties, with the two countries sharing counterterrorism expertise, intelligence and training programs to combat extremist violence and militancy.
General Mirza held a meeting with the Jordanian king to discuss issues of mutual interest, including regional security situation and military cooperation.
“Jordanian King Abdullah Ibn Al Hussain conferred the medal ‘Order of the Star of Jordan’ to Chairman JCSC General Sahir Shamshad Mirza in recognition of his meritorious services,” the army’s media wing, ISPR, said in a brief statement.
The Pakistani general held separate meetings with his Jordanian counterpart Major General Yousef Ahmed Al-Hnaity and Commander of the Royal Jordan Air Force Brig. Gen. Muhammad Hyasat.
Both countries have also increased high-level bilateral visits in recent years.
Jordan’s King Abdullah awards medal to Pakistan’s General Sahir Shamshad Mirza amid security talks
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Jordan’s King Abdullah awards medal to Pakistan’s General Sahir Shamshad Mirza amid security talks
- Both countries have a long history of relations and have supported each other on regional and international forums
- General Mirza held meetings with top Jordanian commanders, discussed security issues and military cooperation
Pakistan beat UAE to secure semifinal berth in U-19 Asia Cup
- Pakistan scored a total of 241 runs, dismiss UAE for 171 in 37.5 overs
- Final match of ACC Men’s U19 tournament will be played on Dec. 21
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Under-19 cricket team advanced to the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Men’s semifinals on Tuesday after defeating the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by 70 runs in Dubai, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said.
Batting first, Pakistan posted 241 for the loss of nine wickets after opting to bat first at the International Cricket Council (ICC) Academy Ground.
Ahmed Hussain, in his 65-run knock, smashed four boundaries while Sameer Minhas scored 44. Wicketkeeper-batter Hamza made 42 runs to help Pakistan score 241-9 after 50 overs.
“Today’s win secured Pakistan U19 a place in the semifinals of the tournament after winning two of their group matches,” the PCB said in a statement.
“They will face the top side of Group ‘B’ on Friday, 19 December.”
UAE’s Yug Sharma picked three wickets while Naseem Khan bagged two. UAE were dismissed by 171 in 37.5 overs despite a half-century by Ayaan Misbah, who scored 77 off 74 balls that included four boundaries.
Pakistan’s right-arm pacer Abdul Subhan, who was awarded the Player of the Match award, led the bowling attack and clinched four wickets for 31.
Right-arm leg spinner Ahmed, Mohammad Sayyam and Momin Qamar picked a wicket each.
The tournament underway from Dec. 12 features eight teams competing in a 50‑over format across group and knockout stages.
The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi‑finals on Dec. 19.
The final will be played on Dec. 21.
