President Aidarous Qassem Al-Zubaidi, President of the Southern Transitional Council (STC) and Vice Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council (PLC), attended today, Sunday, a graduating ceremony of multiple batches from the Higher Military Academy held at the headquarters of the Ministry of Defense in the capital, Aden.

At the celebration that was attended by Minister of Defense Major General Mohsen al-Da'eri, several ministers, military and security commanders, and representatives of the local authority in the capital, Aden, President Al-Zubaidi delivered an inspiring address in which he extended his congratulations to the graduating officers from the 7th War Studies, 6th National Defense, and 6th Command and Staff, lauding their unwavering commitment and dedication throughout their academic journey at the Academy, culminating in this momentous occasion.

The President addressed the graduates, saying: "Your graduation today from this esteemed military academy serves as a testament to the strength and dedication of our armed forces across all fronts."

Highlighting the momentous occasion, the President continued, "You have enormous field tasks ahead of you, and, indeed, we have full confidence in your ability to rise to the challenge and fulfill your tasks with the utmost competence; apply the knowledge you have acquired to excel in the field and on the frontlines, while simultaneously elevating the capabilities of your fellow members in the military institution.”

President Al-Zubaidi praised the immense efforts exerted by the leadership of the Ministry of Defense and the headship of the Academy to keep pace with the rapid developments in military and strategic science in a way that is compatible with the esteemed Arab and international academies.

In the concluding remarks of his address, the President reiterated the pivotal role of the Higher Military Academy in nurturing and equipping military personnel to excel in their duties and assume their national responsibilities in various leadership positions with utmost competence.

In recognition of the President's unwavering dedication to revitalizing and supporting the academy, military institutions, and facilities, the Minister of Defense, who also serves as the Chairman of the Supreme Council of the Military Academy, granted President Aidarous Al-Zubaidi the prestigious Honorary Master's Degree in Military Sciences with all the rights and privileges that accrue to the degree.

The ceremony concluded with handing over the graduation certificates to the esteemed graduates, followed by the distribution of certificates of appreciation to the distinguished students, honoring their exceptional achievements throughout their academic journey at the Academy.