Cadets from Palestine, Qatar, Iraq and several other friendly countries have graduated from the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) in Kakul, highlighting Pakistan’s ongoing military training cooperation with allied nations.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the passing-out parade was held on October 17, 2026, for the 154th PMA Long Course, 39th Technical Graduate Course, 73rd Integrated Course and 28th Lady Cadet Course.
Cadets from Bangladesh, Iraq, Maldives, Palestine, Qatar, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan and Yemen were among the graduates, according to the military’s media wing.
General Syed Aamer Raza, Commander of the National Strategic Command, attended the ceremony as the chief guest and reviewing officer. He reviewed the parade, congratulated the graduating cadets and their parents, and presented awards to outstanding performers.
Academy Senior Under Officer Muhammad Junaid Jabbar received the Sword of Honour, while Battalion Senior Under Officer Syed Hassan Abbas was awarded the President’s Gold Medal. The Chief of Defence Forces Overseas Gold Medal was presented to Company Senior Under Officer Riyad Mahmood Khan of Bangladesh.
The ceremony marked the completion of military training for cadets from Pakistan and participating friendly countries.
Established in 1947, the Pakistan Military Academy is a key institution for training and preparing officers for military service. It also trains cadets from partner countries, supporting professional military education and defence cooperation.
The graduation of international cadets reflects Pakistan’s continued engagement with friendly nations through military training and institutional partnerships.
