Manama: His Highness Lieutenant General Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor and Royal Guard Commander, attended the graduation ceremony of a specialised course in the Royal Guard, in the presence of His Highness Colonel Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Commander of the Royal Guard Special Force. The ceremony marked a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to enhance the capabilities of the Royal Guard through rigorous training and development.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the event commenced with a comprehensive briefing on the course, which included an overview of its academic and practical content, military training, field exercises, and applied drills. This specialised course was designed to equip participants with advanced skills and knowledge necessary for their roles within the Royal Guard.
HH Lt. Gen. Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad emphasized the continuous efforts of the Royal Guard in maintaining high training and qualification standards. These efforts are supported by the royal patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, with further guidance and oversight from His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander, and Prime Minister, as well as Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Commander-in-Chief of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF).
The National Security Advisor highlighted that such training initiatives significantly contribute to enhancing the military capabilities, field performance, and administrative efficiency of the BDF. He praised the meticulous planning of the course and the dedication of the instructors, expressing pride in the achievements of the graduates.
In his address, HH Lt. Gen. Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad urged the graduates to uphold military ethics and values in their service to the Kingdom of Bahrain. Concluding the ceremony, he presented awards to the top achievers and certificates to all course graduates, acknowledging their hard work and dedication.