RAWALPINDI: The government has conferred the award of Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Military) upon Gen Michael E. Kur­illa, the commander of United States Central Command (Centcom), in recognition of his service and role in advancing bilateral military cooperation between Pakistan and the US.

In an investiture ceremony held at the Aiwan-i-Sadr, President Asif Zardari conferred the award, acknowledging Gen Kurilla’s contributions to regional security and efforts in strengthening strategic defence ties between the two countries, according to the ISPR.

Earlier, Gen Kurilla met with the civil and military leadership, including President Zardari and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir.

Published in Dawn, July 27th, 2025