Bahrain’s National Security Advisor and Royal Guard Commander, Major-General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa received, in Manama, Commander 16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team Brigadier Nick Cowley.

HH Shaikh Nassar and Brigadier Cowley reviewed cooperation between the two countries and enhancing military and defense expertise, Bahrain News Agency (BNA) reported.

He praised the historical relations between Bahrain and the United Kingdom and highlighted the strategic depth of the partnership between the two countries and their commitment to consolidating peace and security in the region, and achieving common interests.

In another development, Bahrain Defense Force (BDF) Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Theyab bin Saqer Al Nuaimi attended the graduation ceremony of one of the basic infantry courses for officers at the Royal Defense Force Training Center.

A briefing was given on the training stages, the scientific materials and practical applications of the course in which officers from the National Guard participated.

The Chief of Staff presented certificates to the graduates and awards to the outstanding students.