📌 Tehran, IRNA – Iranian Defense Minister-designate, Mehrdad Akhlaghi Ketabchi, met with Major General Abdollahi and discussed the requirements for strengthening the defensive capabilities, developing the defense industry, and enhancing support for the Armed Forces.
During this meeting, Major General Abdollahi—noting the importance and sensitivity of the Ministry of Defense’s missions in meeting the requirements of the Armed Forces—assessed Engineer Akhlaghi’s managerial experience and professional background as well-suited to current conditions and exigencies.
He deemed his appointment a fitting choice, given the Ministry’s mandates and his relevant experience within the defense industry.
The Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces, emphasizing the necessity of leveraging indigenous capabilities and the expertise of domestic specialists, identified the development of strategic technologies, the continued production of defense equipment and weaponry, and the strengthening of industrial infrastructure as essential requirements for enhancing the country's defensive capabilities.
Major General Abdollahi also underscored the need to simultaneously focus on strengthening the defense foundation and improving the livelihoods of Armed Forces personnel.
During this meeting, Akhlaghi Ketabchi emphasized the necessity of continued, effective support for the Armed Forces.
He highlighted that the Ministry of Defense prioritizes several key areas: maintaining the stability of the supply chain, producing defense equipment, enhancing technological capabilities, and strengthening livelihood support for Armed Forces personnel.
Furthermore, he underscored the importance of fostering collaboration between the industrial and operational sectors of the Armed Forces, as well as leveraging the capacities of the government, the private sector, and knowledge-based companies to meet the nation’s defense requirements and advance indigenous capabilities.
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