Commander-in-Chief of the Bahrain Defense Force (BDF), Field Marshal Sheikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa (photo), paid inspection visits to a number of BDF units, Bahrain News Agency (BNA) reported.

The Commander-in-Chief met the units’ Commanders, and got briefed on the work process there. He also reviewed with them the units’ future development plans to enhance the units’ combat abilities and administrative competence.

He lauded the Commanders’ readiness to bear the huge national responsibilities entrusted to them, and praised the fruitful efforts exerted by all the units’ officers, non-commissioned officers and servicemen, stressing that defense of the nation is a sacred duty and a great responsibility undertaken by the successive generations of loyal servicemen who devoted their lives to defending the homeland and safeguarding its security and stability.

He called for the need to double efforts, be dedicated in the service of the nation and place national interests above all others to protect its capabilities and civilizational achievements, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Supreme Commander.

The Commander-in-Chief lauded the development and modernization of BDF weaponry, stressing the advanced level reached by BDF in terms of armament and training.

He said the BDF has reached an outstanding status thanks to the aptitudes of its staff and the standards of its modern weapons.

He further underlined the BDF’s resolve to continue improving the capabilities of its units and weaponry, highlighting its sacred responsibility of defending the nation.

He thanked the BDF personnel’s patriotism, dedication and high morale, urging them to spare no effort in serving the nation under the wise leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.

Meanwhile, a delegation from Bahrain’s 9th Joint Command and Staff course of the Royal Command, Staff and National Defense College has paid a visit to Bahrain’s Royal Special Force.

The delegation was briefed on the missions and goals of the Royal Special Force, as well as the latest developments at various levels.

The visit aims to provide best practical and scientific sources for the course students to benefit from in conducting their researches.