Chairman of the Jordanian Joint Chiefs of Staff Major General Yousef Ahmad Hneiti held talks on Monday with a delegation from Chinese defense manufacturer NORINCO, as the two sides reviewed prospects for expanding cooperation in defense-related fields.
The delegation was headed by NORINCO’s Acting Chairman, Ji Wei, and the meeting took place at the General Command headquarters in the presence of Senior Officers from the Jordanian Armed Forces.
According to a military statement, discussions focused on ways to enhance and develop joint cooperation, particularly in defense industries, including the exchange of technical and technological expertise and exposure to the latest advancements in military manufacturing.
The talks also addressed avenues to support the operational capabilities of the Jordan Armed Forces and raise their level of readiness and efficiency, Petra news agency reported.
Hneiti emphasized the importance of sustained cooperation that serves mutual interests and contributes to strengthening Jordan’s defense capabilities amid evolving regional and security challenges.
For his part, Ji Wei commended the Jordan Armed Forces for their central role in promoting security and stability at both regional and international levels, expressing NORINCO’s interest in broadening cooperation with Jordan in the period ahead.
In another development, the joint military exercise “Olive Grove,” conducted by Khalid bin Al-Waleed Brigade/15, one of the units of the King Hussein bin Ali Brigade, in cooperation with the British side, wrapped up its activities on Sunday at the designated training area.
Brigade Commander and the Assistant Commander of the British Armed Forces in Cyprus attended the closing ceremony.
On its goals, the drill featured field drills simulating combat in built-up areas, involving deployment of various types of weapons and handling fortified positions and defensive trenches, in accordance with the specific operational scenarios.
The four-week exercise is part of the joint training programs, implemented by the Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF)-Arab Army, aimed at enhancing operational preparedness, strengthening combat capabilities, and exchanging military expertise with allied and friendly nations.
