Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

Qatar Amiri Guard Chief Awarded French Legion Of Honor


(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Amiri Guard Commander, Lt. Gen. Staff Hazza bin Khalil Al Shahwani, has been awarded the French Legion of Honor (Officer) in recognition of his role in strengthening military cooperation between Doha and Paris.
The decoration was presented by Commander of the French Republican Guard, Gen. Francois-Xavier Lesueur, during an official ceremony at the guard's headquarters in the French capital.
According to officials, the two commanders held talks earlier in the day to review ties between the Amiri Guard and the Republican Guard, with both sides expressing interest in expanding joint training and security coordination.
France and Qatar maintain long-standing defense relations, including cooperation on military training, security support, and strategic dialogue. The awarding of the Legion of Honour - one of France's highest distinctions - underscores the significance Paris places on its partnership with Doha.

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