KUWAIT: The 11th consultative meeting of the Chiefs of Staff of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) armed forces concluded Wednesday in Kuwait, with discussions focused on strengthening defense cooperation, unifying operational and training strategies, and enhancing regional security and combat readiness. In a statement, the Kuwaiti Army’s General Staff said the meeting was chaired by Deputy Chief of Staff of the Kuwait Armed Forces Major General (Pilot) Sabah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, who conveyed the greetings of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Sheikh Abdullah Ali Al-Sabah. He also expressed the minister’s appreciation for the collective efforts to advance joint Gulf military cooperation.
Deputy Chief of General Staff Major General Pilot Sabah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah chairing the meeting
Major General Al-Sabah affirmed that the meeting comes as part of ongoing efforts to enhance military integration among GCC member states and reflects the shared determination to fortify unity and brotherhood amid evolving regional and global challenges. The chiefs of staff discussed a range of topics on the agenda, aligned with the vision and directives of GCC leaders to bolster joint defense capabilities. The meeting was also attended by the GCC Assistant Secretary-General for Military Affairs, the Commander of the Unified Military Command, as well as several senior military officials and commanders. — KUNA