President Zardari Honours Chinese General Li Qiaoming with Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Military)
— August 27, 2024
ISLAMABAD (AIA) President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday awarded the Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Military) to General Li Qiaoming, Commander of the Ground Forces of China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA), in recognition of his distinguished services and significant contributions to strengthening Sino-Pak defence relations. The award was presented during a special ceremony at Aiwan-e-Sadr, attended by service chiefs and parliamentarians.
The ceremony’s citation highlighted General Li Qiaoming’s four-decade military career, noting his substantial contributions to the Chinese military. His strategic intellect, administrative expertise, and unwavering dedication have earned him a reputation as a courageous and capable officer, vital in promoting peace and stability within China and beyond. General Li is widely respected for his exceptional professionalism and his role in maintaining peace. As a close ally of Pakistan, he has played a key role in reinforcing Pakistan-China military ties with steadfast commitment.
In recognition of his invaluable contributions, President Zardari awarded General Li Qiaoming the Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Military).