The BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa emphasized that all of the BDF accomplishments ever since its inception to the present time are ascribable to the prosperous reign and the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa the Supreme Commander.The BDF Commander-in-Chief said that under His Majesty’s leadership, welfare and goodness have been generalized and maximized which in turn reflected on the BDF’s units, weaponry, combat and administrative readiness, pointing out that what has been accomplished over the past years was accomplished according to thoroughly pre-studied scientific plans that are satisfactory to our current ambitions and capable of overcoming future challenges.Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa - speaking to Al Ayam newspaper on the 46th anniversary of the BDF Day - said that the BDF gradual, methodical military development has been anchored by His Majesty the King on firm, solid and straightforward pillars. He described the BDF as the powerful invincible fort in the service of the Homeland and citizens. He said the BDF has always been an effective partner with GCC armies witnesses its capability of safeguarding the Kingdom’s territories and its efficient participation in various regional and international tasks and advanced systems and training institutes. The BDF excelled during joint GCC military action and in its contribution in maintaining regional and international security and peace.Congratulating the BDF servicemen on the occasion of the 46th BDF Day, the BDF Commander-in-Chief said that the BDF servicemen have always been a trustable role model for their loyalty, professionalism, honesty and capability of performance of their noble duty in the most perfect manner. He congratulated them on this glorious national occasion, appreciating their selfless performance of their sanctimonious duty, bearing the banner of sacrifice and sincerely and honourably defending the Homeland. He expressed his confidence and trust in them and their adding more impeccable pages in the glorious history of this beloved Kingdom, and labeled them as the pride of the Bahrain and the source of its pride.The BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa stressed that the BDF firmly and confidently continues to raise its administrative, technical and combat readiness through training and organization with focus on mutually defending our region and working with brotherly and friendly forces in maintaining peace and security in this part of the world.