2900 BDF servicemen promoted

Manama : Commander-in-Chief of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF), Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, yesterday issued an order, promoting 2900 BDF military personnel, from commissioned officers to individuals and from various ranks, on the occasion of the Kingdom’s celebrations of the BDF’s 49th anniversary on February 5.

The gesture is in recognition of the BDF servicemen’s efforts and years of service.

The commander-in-chief affirmed the keenness and directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to constantly appreciate and support Bahraini servicemen.

He lauded the efforts by the newly-promoted military personnel as well as the services they have provided to the nation.