Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded on: February 20, 2014
- Invested on: March 11, 2014
Rank: Major General
As commander of the Afghan National Army Training and Education Command from July 2012 to March 2014, Major General Habib Hesari provided indispensable support to the Canadian mission. He played a significant role in establishing a new training and education structure while consistently providing exceptional leadership and guidance to Canadian personnel under his command. An excellent spokesman for Canada’s mission, Major General Hesari has eloquently highlighted the impact of Canadian efforts to Afghanistan’s most senior leaders.