Chief of Staff attends Aqaba Initiative meeting in Paris

Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Khalid Al-Shuraim, participated in the Aqaba Initiative meeting held in Paris, the French capital, with the participation of several heads of state, chiefs of staff, military experts, and representatives of states and international organizations.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces stated in a statement on Friday that the meeting, held in the presence of French President Emmanuel Macron, Jordanian King Abdullah II, and Lebanese President General Joseph Aoun, discussed ways to support the Lebanese Army and the Internal Security Forces and enhance their capabilities.

It added that the meeting also examined mechanisms for coordinating international efforts and exchanging views on security challenges, contributing to supporting the security and stability of Lebanon and the region.

The statement noted that Lieutenant General Al-Shuraim’s participation comes within the framework of the State of Kuwait’s commitment to enhancing military cooperation and coordination with friendly and brotherly countries, and to supporting international efforts aimed at consolidating regional security and stability.