Amman, August 4 (Petra) – Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Maj. Gen. Yousef Ahmed Huneiti, on Monday visited the Command Headquarters of Eastern Military Region (EMR).

Welcomed by the Region's commander and staff officers, Huneiti was briefed on the key duties, tasks, operational plans, level of combat preparedness, the progress in implementing duties, and measures taken to enhance protection of the Kingdom's border areas.

In the presence of several senior officers of the Jordan Armed Forces (JAF)-Arab Army, Huneiti said protecting the nation's borders and preserving its security is a "firmly established national responsibility." Huneiti stressed the need to maintain the "highest levels of combat readiness" and continue developing operational capabilities to ensure efficient and professional execution of all duties and tasks, and enhance the JAF's ability to deal with various challenges "effectively and professionally." The army, under His Majesty the JAF Supreme Commander's directives, will continue to develop their capabilities and raise their operational readiness, which would enhance their ability to protect the Kingdom's security, defend its resources, and maintain its security and stability, Huneiti pointed out.

Commending the "distinguished" level of the Eastern Military Region, Huneiti praised its personnel efforts in carrying out their assigned duties and tasks, citing their "pivotal" role in strengthening border security and preserving the Kingdom's security and stability.

//Petra// AG