A report by Lebanon’s Al-Nahar newspaper highlighted a recent visit. Lieutenant General Saddam Haftar visited Amman, the Jordanian capital. Haftar is the Deputy Commander of the Armed Forces. The report stated the visit is part of regional efforts. These efforts aim to enhance cooperation. They also seek to broaden coordination channels between the two sides.
The report quoted a Libyan military source to Al-Nahar. Libyan-Jordanian talks concluded a previous visit to Amman. That visit occurred about a month ago. It was led by Lieutenant General Khairi Al-Tamimi. Al-Tamimi is the Secretary-General of the General Command of the Armed Forces. He also chairs the military cooperation committee between both countries.
The source added that the visit discussed enhancing cooperation. This includes joint military training. It also covers technical and medical services. An agreement was reached on a training program. Libyan officers will attend these courses. They will take place in Jordanian military academies this year. The goal is to improve efficiency and development.
The report indicated the visit also explored joint military exercises. These would involve the Armed Forces and the Jordanian Arab Army. Dates for these exercises will be agreed upon later.
The report quoted political analyst Omar Abu Saida. He stated the discussions covered several strategic issues. Foremost among these was security and military cooperation. This includes intelligence and cybersecurity. It also covers counter-terrorism and border protection. Further areas are training, capacity building, and experience exchange. Rehabilitating security institutions was also discussed. Political coordination and unifying stances on regional issues were included.
Abu Saida said the talks opened broader prospects for economic and technical cooperation. This cooperation aims to serve stability in both countries. He noted the visit was not a traditional protocol event. Instead, it is part of moves to build alliances. These alliances adapt to rapid international and regional shifts.
Abu Saida added that these moves protect Libyan sovereignty. They also enhance stability. He emphasized the importance of a balanced policy. This involves communicating with various parties. Libyan-Jordanian cooperation is gaining increased importance. This is due to escalating regional tensions. Such cooperation fortifies national security. It also builds an effective network of Arab alliances. These alliances can confront common threats. They can also limit the repercussions of crises within Libya.
Political and strategic affairs researcher Mohammed Umtayrid also spoke. He stated that discussions covered developing cooperation. This included military and security training, and counter-terrorism. Border security and technical expertise exchange were also discussed. Mechanisms for coordinating on regional issues were explored. Umtayrid views the visit as reflecting both sides’ commitment. They aim to strengthen communication and understanding channels. They also seek to unify visions on issues directly impacting Arab security. He stressed the importance of benefiting from Jordanian expertise. This expertise includes organization, training, and institutional discipline. It supports efforts to build a professional Libyan military institution. This institution would be capable of maintaining security and stability.