Al-Harasis: Operational readiness is a priority for protecting the Kingdom's borders and safeguarding national security
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Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Major General Majdi Mohammad Al-Harasis, affirmed that maintaining the highest levels of operational readiness and preparedness is a fundamental priority for protecting the Kingdom's borders and enhancing the nation's security and stability.
This came during his inspection visit today, Wednesday, to the 12th Royal Border Guard Battalion, one of the units of the 2nd Border Guard Brigade under the Northern Military Region, where he was received by the Region Commander.
Major General Al-Harasis emphasized the importance of continuing to develop efficiency and professionalism, and raising the level of readiness, in a way that enhances the ability of the Jordanian Armed Forces – the Arab Army to carry out the various tasks and duties assigned to it with efficiency and competence.
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff listened to military briefings regarding the battalion's tasks and duties, the progress of operational, training, and logistical work, and the plans and programs aimed at enhancing combat readiness and efficiency, and raising the capabilities of its personnel to deal with various challenges and circumstances.
He also viewed a military exhibition that included a number of weapons, equipment, vehicles, and gear used in carrying out the duties of Border Guard units, and listened to an explanation about the mechanisms for employing them in protecting border fronts and enhancing their ability to perform their tasks.
Major General Al-Harasis stressed the need to continue developing capabilities and maintaining the highest levels of operational readiness, in line with the nature of the tasks and duties assigned to Border Guard units, and to enhance their ability to deal with various challenges efficiently and effectively.
At the conclusion of the visit, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff met with the battalion's personnel, conveyed to them the greetings and pride of His Majesty the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, praised their high morale, discipline, and professionalism, and valued their efforts in protecting the nation's borders and confronting anyone who attempts to undermine its security and resources.
The visit was attended by a number of senior officers of the Jordanian Armed Forces – the Arab Army.
