The Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) is advancing towards progress and development in various domains, National Security Adviser and Royal Guard Commander Lieutenant General Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa has said.
He pointed out that this integrated support has contributed to advancing development and modernisation, and consolidating the professional military system, thanks to the support of His Majesty King Hamad, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and the continuous support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister, as well as the follow-up of BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa.
Lt Gen Shaikh Nasser pointed out that this integrated support has contributed to advancing development and modernisation, and consolidating the professional military system.
This came during Lt Gen Shaikh Nasser’s patronage of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Royal Special Force and the graduation of the 52nd Joint Commando Course, coinciding with the celebrations of the 58th anniversary of the establishment of the BDF.
Upon arrival, Lt Gen Shaikh Nasser was received by Royal Guard Special Force Commander Colonel Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Royal Special Force Commander Major General Isa Mohammed Al Rumaihi and senior officers.
The ceremony began with recitation from the Holy Quran, followed by a speech by the Maj Gem Al Rumaihi.
He emphasised the readiness of the force to continue their efforts, dedication, sacrifice, and defence of their homeland.
A briefing was then given on the stages of the course and its theoretical and practical applications.
This was followed by field exercises carried out by the graduates of the course, which included a number of specialised operations, followed by a freefall demonstration, reflecting their efficiency, leadership, control, military management, combat professionalism and advanced field skills, which was carried out with high morale.
Lt Gen Nasser distributed commemorative gifts to senior officers and non-commissioned officers of the Royal Special Force, certificates to graduates, and awards of appreciation to those who excelled in the course.
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