IMCTC, Bahrain Armed Forces Discuss Enhanced Cooperation in Combating Terrorism

Secretary-General of the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) Maj. Gen. Mohammed bin Saeed Al-Moghedi met today with Chief of Staff of the Bahrain Defence Force Lieutenant General Theyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi, in Manama.
 During the meeting, the two officials reviewed the coalition’s latest achievements in the fight against terrorism, particularly its strategic initiatives and regional programs, including those implemented in the African Sahel region. The discussions also highlighted Saudi Arabia’s flagship training program, serving more than 27 IMCTC member states by training and qualifying specialized personnel in counterterrorism.
 The talks also covered the funding mechanisms through which member states support coalition initiatives and the operational methodologies applied in delivering strategic programs that serve the coalition’s collective mission.
 Both parties underscored the importance of joint action and intensified coordination among member states in combating terrorism. They emphasized the need to enhance capabilities in key focus areas of the IMCTC, namely intellectual counter-extremism efforts, strategic media communication, counter-financing of terrorism, and military operations.
 The meeting concluded with a mutual affirmation of the critical need to strengthen cooperation, unify regional and international efforts, and bolster coordination mechanisms in the fight against terrorism.