UAE President, Bahrain King attend ‘Rabdan–Shuwaiman’ joint military exercise

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain on Saturday attended the joint Emirati-Bahraini military exercise Rabdan-Shuwaiman 2025, held in Bahrain.

The exercise reflects the strong fraternal ties between the UAE and Bahrain and aims to enhance the readiness of participating units and develop joint operational capabilities.

It featured joint training activities focused on improving planning and execution, strengthening the performance of support and airborne units, and responding to a range of operational scenarios across multiple conditions and environments.

Sheikh Mohamed and King Hamad during the military exercise Rabdan-Shuwaiman 2025 in Bahrain on Saturday. WAM

Sheikh Mohamed and King Hamad toured the training sites, where they greeted senior officers from both armed forces and received a briefing on the exercise and the accompanying exhibition.

King Hamad awarded medals for excellence and service to several UAE officers.

Sheikh Mohamed received a commemorative gift from Lieutenant General Sheikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Adviser and Commander of the Royal Guard of Bahrain.

Sheikh Mohamed receives a commemorative gift during the UAE-Bahraini military exercise. WAM

Both leaders expressed their appreciation to all participating units and formations, praising the skill and professionalism displayed throughout the exercise.

A group photo was taken at the end of the tour, featuring Sheikh Mohamed, King Hamad, senior officers, and participants in the Rabdan-Shuwaiman exercise.

Sheikh Mohamed, King Hamad and Sheikh Hamdan during the military exercise.

King Hamad later hosted a luncheon in honour of the UAE President and his accompanying delegation.

The two leaders engaged in cordial conversation that underscored the close ties between their countries and their mutual commitment to building on them for the good of both peoples.

A military helicopter and armed forces' vehicles demonstrate during the exercise in Bahrain. WAM

Sheikh Mohamed departed Bahrain at the end of his visit and was bid farewell by King Hamad, along with several sheikhs and senior officials.

Earlier in the day, Sheikh Mohamed arrived in the Kingdom of Bahrain on a working visit.

Upon his arrival at Sakhir Air Base, Sheikh Mohamed was welcomed by King Hamad along with several senior officials and members of the royal family.

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