Jordanian special forces stage an anti-terorism drill at the opening ceremony of the 13th Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference (SOFEX) in Aqaba, Jordan, on Nov. 1, 2022. (Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua)
AMMAN, Nov. 1 (Xinhua) -- The 13th Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference (SOFEX) kicked off in Jordan's Aqaba on Tuesday with the participation of more than 300 companies from 38 countries.
King Abdullah II of Jordan inaugurated the exhibition, which also attracted official delegations from 98 countries.
Aircraft from Royal Jordanian Falcons perform an air show at the opening ceremony of the 13th Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference (SOFEX) in Aqaba, Jordan, on Nov. 1, 2022. (Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua)
Speaking at the opening ceremony, SOFEX General Manager Ayman Batran said the exhibition has become a global hub to showcase the latest developments and specializations related to special forces.
King Abdullah II Special Forces Group Commander Nael Shugeirat stressed the importance of the SOFEX in strengthening international cooperation in the development of defense industries.
Photo taken on Nov. 1, 2022 shows a booth at the 13th Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference (SOFEX) in Aqaba, Jordan. (Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua)
Various types of latest technologies and weapons in the field of defense and weapon manufacturing were displayed at the exhibition. The Jordanian Armed Forces and other security apparatuses showcased their military, technological and training capabilities, as well as Jordan's role in international peacekeeping missions.
This year's SOFEX, which was established in 1996, was held after a four-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jordanian special forces stage an anti-terrorism drill at the opening ceremony of the 13th Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference (SOFEX) in Aqaba, Jordan, on Nov. 1, 2022. (Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua)
Photo taken on Nov. 1, 2022 shows a booth at the 13th Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference (SOFEX) in Aqaba, Jordan. (Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua)
Photo taken on Nov. 1, 2022 shows guns displayed at the 13th Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference (SOFEX) in Aqaba, Jordan. (Photo by Mohammad Abu Ghosh/Xinhua) ■
