His Majesty King Hamad, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, sent a cable of thanks to BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa on the occasion of the BDF anniversary.
He extended sincere greetings and best wishes for continued health and prosperity to the Commander-in-Chief, while expressing appreciation for the efforts of the BDF.
He pointed out that the BDF has developed into a modern, advanced military institution, comparable to the world’s leading armed forces in terms of armament, training and operational readiness.
His Majesty commended its ability to keep pace with developments in the military field and emphasised that, under the leadership of the Commander-in-Chief, it has become a model institution, equipped with advanced military and administrative capabilities and staffed by highly skilled personnel, fully prepared to safeguard national security and protect the kingdom’s achievements.
In reply, the Commander-in-Chief sent a cable of thanks to His Majesty, expressing profound pride and gratitude and describing his cable as a great honour and a source of motivation for the BDF’s continued dedication to serving the kingdom.