The Shura Council extends its good wishes to His Majesty, the Supreme Commander King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa, His Royal Highness the Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al-Khalifa and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander Prince Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa on the occasion of the 43rd anniversary of Bahrain Defense Force.

The Shura Council expressed pride and praised the high stance reached by Bahrain Defense Force thanks to the wise leadership's concern, attention and care, where it became a extraordinary edifice and well-fortified shield that defend our country and preserve its achievements and gains and protect its people.

The Shura Council praised the disciplines, management and impartiality of BDF, commending the preparation, rehabilitation and continued training as well as the vast development of its air, marine and land arms, for protecting the country and its peoples.

The Shura Council affirmed on this national occasion the full support to Bahrain Defense Force for building its military capacities, developing human and technology resources to maintain high level of combat readiness and military capabilities.