Addis Ababa, June 7, 2025 (FMC) – Chief of Staff of the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF), Field Marshal Berhanu Jula, stated that Ethiopia will press ahead with efforts to modernize its military, placing particular emphasis on strengthening both the skills of its personnel and the sophistication of its armaments.
The Field Marshal delivered the remarks today during the graduation ceremony of the 43rd round of Basic Commando trainees from the Special Operations Command, held at the Blatte Commando and Airborne Training Center.
He noted that the process of building a reliable, professional, and well-equipped defense force remains a top priority for the country. “Ethiopia will continue to advance its military modernization with emphasis on skills and weaponry,” he said, underscoring that this strategic focus is essential to ensuring national sovereignty and long-term security.
Field Marshal Berhanu also recalled that although Ethiopia has long faced the actions of mercenaries and internal saboteurs, it has been protected by generations of resilient citizens who reject defeat and uphold the nation’s unity.
He stressed that the ENDF is continuously enhancing its readiness and operational capabilities in response to evolving threats. “The destructive plots of historical enemies and their agents will never succeed,” he declared, reaffirming the defense force’s role in preserving peace and national stability.
Concluding his address, he urged the graduating commandos to fulfill their responsibilities with discipline, commitment, and pride, as they join the ranks of those safeguarding Ethiopia’s future.