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Army chief, South African counterpart discuss cooperation

Army chief, South African counterpart discuss cooperation
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Maj. Gen. Yousef Ahmed Huneiti on Tuesday receives Chief of the South African National Defence Force Gen. Rudzani Maphwanya (Petra photo)
By JT | 21:35 June 3, 2025 |
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AMMAN — Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Maj. Gen. Yousef Ahmed Huneiti on Tuesday received Chief of the South African National Defence Force Gen. Rudzani Maphwanya and his accompanying delegation.

A formal military reception was held in honour of the visiting general, including an inspection of the guard of honour, according to a statement from the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army (JAF).

The meeting was attended by the South African ambassador to Jordan, the defence attaché, and several senior JAF officers. Discussions focused on bolstering military cooperation between the two countries, with particular emphasis on joint training, capacity building, and the exchange of expertise. Both sides also reviewed regional and international developments of mutual concern, as well as current security challenges.

The commanders also participated in several military briefings highlighting potential areas for enhanced cooperation aimed at advancing coordination and fulfilling shared strategic objectives between the two friendly armed forces.

Huneiti underscored the importance of the defence partnership between Jordan and South Africa, stressing the need for continued collaboration to strengthen both armies’ capabilities and readiness.

Maphwanya praised the professionalism of the Jordanian Armed Forces and commended their active role in supporting regional security, stability, and humanitarian efforts.

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