Rank Structure
The ranking system of the MNDF is based on the traditional British military system and U.S. military system. The highest flag rank ever awarded was that of Lieutenant General, in a non-military capacity to the previous Defence Minister Abdul Sattar, although the President being the Commander in Chief also holds the rank of General in a non military capacity.
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