RAWALPINDI: The joint military training of the Pakistan Army and Royal Saudi Land Forces, organised by the Multan Corps, commenced at Okara Garrison.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) news release on Sunday, the military forces of the two countries an exemplary military drill at the beginning of the joint training.

On this occasion, the national anthems of both countries were played, and the national flags were unveiled. The garrison commander served as the chief guest.

Through the joint training programme, the forces of both countries will participate in classroom sessions and have the opportunity to hone their collective combat skills.

At the end of the opening ceremony, the chief guest presented badges of joint training to the officers and men of the forces of both countries.

Published in Dawn, January 22nd, 2024

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