Jordanian, Emirati army chiefs discuss expanding military cooperation
Maj. Gen. Yousef Ahmed Al-Hunaiti, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Maj. Gen. Awad Saeed Al-Ahbabi, the commander of the Joint Operations Command in the UAE, discussed strategies to enhance coordination, share expertise, and improve readiness in various defense sectors.
Al-Hunaiti highlighted the ongoing cooperation between the Jordanian and Emirati armies in providing humanitarian and relief aid to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip through airdrop operations. He added that the partnership with the UAE enhanced forces' integration and preparedness for challenges.
Al-Ahbabi, the Emirati commander, praised Jordanian forces for their role in maintaining regional stability, and emphasized the significance of enhancing the joint strategic partnership between Abu Dhabi and Amman.
Senior officials from Jordan attended the meeting, including Hamad Al-Matrooshi, acting UAE ambassador, and the UAE's military attache based in Amman, the Jordan News Agency said.
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