Defense Minister: Joint Gulf Defense Efforts Form a Strong Barrier Against Threats - Sarmad
The Kuwaiti Defense Minister participates in the Manama meeting to discuss developing the joint military system.
Translated by Qiyas from سرمد — Original source
Kuwait’s Minister of Defense, Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al-Salim Al-Sabah, participated in Manama, the capital of Bahrain, today, Tuesday, in the 23rd session meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Common Defense Council, attended by the defense ministers of the GCC states and GCC Secretary-General Jasem Al-Budaiwi.
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense said in a statement received by the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that the meeting discussed several topics and axes related to developing the framework of joint Gulf military operations, alongside adopting a number of decisions and endorsing recommendations aimed at supporting integration among the armed forces of the member states and enhancing their readiness and defensive capabilities.
During the meeting, the defense ministers approved the establishment of an advanced command for the Unified Military Command in Kuwait and the allocation of appropriate forces to it.
The defense ministers also expressed their sincere gratitude and appreciation to Their Highnesses, the leaders of the GCC states, may God protect and guard them, for their continuous support of the joint military operations and their keen interest in developing the Gulf defense framework.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the defense ministers emphasized that joint Gulf defense efforts constitute an impenetrable barrier against various risks and threats, and a protective shield to safeguard national interests and economic resources, furthering their progress toward greater security and prosperity.
