On October 29, 2026, General Mohamed Breaiz, Inspector General of the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces and Commander of the Southern Zone, met with General Jawad Ahmad, the new commander of the UN mission in the Sahara region. The meeting took place at the headquarters of the Southern Zone command in Agadir. According to a statement from the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces, the two officials discussed the activities of the UN mission and the levels of coordination between the two parties.
The meeting focused on operational and security coordination, as well as demining and logistical support. General Breaiz and General Ahmad praised the high level of coordination achieved between the Moroccan Armed Forces and the UN mission. They also reviewed the progress made in the implementation of the UN mission's mandate.
General Jawad Ahmad, a Pakistani officer with over 35 years of experience in military operations and peacekeeping, was appointed as the new commander of the UN mission on August 11, 2026. He replaced Bangladeshi General Mohammad Fakhrul Hassan. Prior to his appointment, General Ahmad held various leadership positions, including commander of an infantry brigade and head of the inspection and evaluation department at the Pakistani Army headquarters.
The UN mission in the Sahara region has been working to implement its mandate, which includes monitoring the ceasefire, facilitating humanitarian assistance, and supporting the political process. The mission has been present in the region since 1991 and has played a crucial role in maintaining stability and security.
General Breaiz and General Ahmad's meeting highlighted the importance of coordination between the Moroccan Armed Forces and the UN mission. The two officials emphasized the need for continued cooperation to address the challenges facing the region. They also discussed ways to enhance the effectiveness of the UN mission and improve the living conditions of the local population.
The meeting between General Breaiz and General Ahmad reflects the strong commitment of Morocco to the UN mission and its mandate. Morocco has been a key player in the region and has contributed significantly to the UN mission's efforts. The country has provided significant support to the mission, including logistical and financial assistance.
The new commander of the UN mission, General Jawad Ahmad, is expected to build on the progress made by his predecessor and continue to work closely with the Moroccan Armed Forces to achieve the mission's objectives. The meeting between General Breaiz and General Ahmad sets the stage for continued cooperation and coordination between the two parties.
Key points
- Moroccan General Mohamed Breaiz meets with new UN mission commander General Jawad Ahmad to discuss operational and security coordination.
