KHOJAVAND, Azerbaijan, October
1. The "Power of Unity - 2026" joint military
exercise serves to further strengthen cooperation among military
personnel from Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Türkiye, Uzbekistan's
Minister of Defense, Lieutenant General Shukhrat Khalmukhamedov,
said during an award ceremony for a group of military personnel who
distinguished themselves in the "Power of Unity - 2026" joint
military exercise in Khojavand on Thursday, Trend's correspondent
reports from the event.
The minister noted that the foundation of the military
cooperation lies in the political will of the presidents, who are
also the Supreme Commanders-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of
Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Türkiye.
"During today's exercise, the military personnel demonstrated
high combat readiness, professionalism, discipline, and agility, as
well as proficiency in using modern weapons and equipment," he
pointed out.
Khalmukhamedov emphasized that the exercise creates
opportunities for the mutual exchange of experience among military
personnel and enhances operational readiness and joint operational
capabilities.
"Creating such opportunities for the mutual sharing of combat
experience is of great importance. I’m confident that the military
personnel are gaining valuable combat experience from these
exercises," he said.
The minister also noted that, given the challenges of the
current era, it is particularly important to enhance the readiness
of military personnel to conduct various operations under complex
combat conditions.
"Taking this opportunity, I wish all military personnel robust
health and success in their service, and peace and tranquility for
our peoples. Once again, I congratulate each of you on today's
successful exercise," added Khalmukhamedov.
