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RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Army troops, serving in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), were awarded UN medals in medal parade ceremony held in Bukavu on March 23.
Force Commander, MONUSCO Lieutenant General Parkash, was the chief guest on the occasion.
He along with other dignitaries awarded UN medals to the officers and troops of Pakistan Contingent VII, according to a press release issued by ISPR on Sunday.
While congratulating the Pakistani troops on the successful completion of their tenure, the chief guest lauded the efforts and sacrifices of Pakistan Army officials for restoration of peace and stability in this region. He appreciated the discipline and professionalism shown by this contingent during their duty tenure. Earlier, a spectacular medal parade was witnessed by honorable guests, which included South Kivu Acting Governor Etienne Babunga, contingent commanders, senior military personnel of Congolese Army/Police, UN officials and other notables of the province. The Infantry Battalions drill was greatly appreciated by the audience. Parade also included Commando platoon unarmed combat performance, helicopter repelling, army band performance and motorised column march past. The event ended with a group photo of all the participants of the parade with the chief guest. app
Daily Times - Leading News Resource of Pakistan
Force Commander, MONUSCO Lieutenant General Parkash, was the chief guest on the occasion.
He along with other dignitaries awarded UN medals to the officers and troops of Pakistan Contingent VII, according to a press release issued by ISPR on Sunday.
While congratulating the Pakistani troops on the successful completion of their tenure, the chief guest lauded the efforts and sacrifices of Pakistan Army officials for restoration of peace and stability in this region. He appreciated the discipline and professionalism shown by this contingent during their duty tenure. Earlier, a spectacular medal parade was witnessed by honorable guests, which included South Kivu Acting Governor Etienne Babunga, contingent commanders, senior military personnel of Congolese Army/Police, UN officials and other notables of the province. The Infantry Battalions drill was greatly appreciated by the audience. Parade also included Commando platoon unarmed combat performance, helicopter repelling, army band performance and motorised column march past. The event ended with a group photo of all the participants of the parade with the chief guest. app
Daily Times - Leading News Resource of Pakistan
