Graduation of the 84th batch of students from King Abdulaziz Military College
On behalf of His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of Defense, His Highness Prince Abdulrahman bin Mohammed bin Ayyaf, Deputy Minister of Defense, today presided over the graduation ceremony of the 84th class of students from King Abdulaziz Military College at the college's headquarters in Al-Uyaynah. This ceremony underscores the ongoing support provided to military educational institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to train young national cadres to the highest academic and combat standards.
King Abdulaziz Military College: A long history in building the protectors of the nation
King Abdulaziz Military College was established as the first military college in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, dating back decades, to serve as the cornerstone for preparing and training officers of the Royal Saudi Land Forces. Since its inception, the college has consistently developed its educational and training curricula to keep pace with the latest military theories and modern technologies, making it a prestigious national institution that provides the Saudi Armed Forces with elite leaders and officers capable of protecting the nation's resources, defending its borders, and ensuring its stability.
Details of the graduation ceremony for the 84th batch
Upon his arrival at the college in Al-Uyaynah, His Royal Highness the Deputy Minister of Defense was received by His Excellency the Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Fayyad bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, His Excellency the Chief of Staff of the Land Forces, Lieutenant General Fahd bin Saud Al-Juhani, and the Commander of King Abdulaziz Military College, Major General Fahd bin Saad Al-Qahiz. Immediately upon his arrival, the Royal Anthem was played, followed by a recitation of verses from the Holy Quran to commence the ceremony.
The college commander delivered a speech in which he welcomed His Highness, expressing his gratitude for honoring the ceremony, and noting that the graduates had received advanced training programs that included military training fields, parachute and commando courses, which qualify them to join the ranks of the armed forces with full efficiency and competence and to work in various environmental and operational conditions.
Oath of allegiance and joining the ranks of the ground forces
Following this, First Sergeant Yousef bin Nasser Al-Otaibi delivered the graduates' address, affirming their readiness to defend their religion, their king, and their country, and emphasizing the pledge of loyalty and devotion they had made. This was followed by the ceremony of handing over the college flag from the graduating class to the incoming class, after which the graduates took the military oath, and the overall results for the class were announced.
At the end of the ceremony, His Highness the Deputy Minister of Defense honored the outstanding students in various activities and curricula, and His Highness received a commemorative gift on this occasion from the college commander. Then, commemorative photos were taken of His Highness with the graduates, and the ceremony concluded with the playing of the Royal Anthem amidst an atmosphere of pride and honor.
Strategic importance and regional and international influence
The graduation of this new class represents a significant step in strengthening the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's defense capabilities, particularly in light of current regional challenges that demand constant vigilance and a high level of combat readiness. Introducing new, highly qualified personnel to the Saudi Land Forces, possessing advanced military and academic training, contributes to enhancing local and regional security and stability. This event also reflects the Kingdom's commitment to developing its defense system in line with Saudi Vision 2030, reinforcing its position as a leading force contributing to the maintenance of international peace and security in cooperation with allies and partners worldwide.
