It Colonel Simone Agostino Rocca he assumed command of the Task Force Air – Arabia, replacing the Colonel Michele Schiavi. The ceremony, held at the “King Fahd” air base, Royal Saudi Air Force, This marks the continuity of the mission, which is dedicated to air defense and airspace surveillance activities.
Established following the crisis in the Gulf area and the request for support advanced by partner countries, the Task Force Air – Arabia it employs national specialist capabilities and contributes to the defense of personnel and national interests in an area of particular strategic interest.
In his speech, the Colonel Schiavi he thanked the staff of the Task Force for «dedication, professionalism, a spirit of sacrifice and the ability to adapt» demonstrated in the fulfillment of the mission. He also emphasized the relationship of collaboration and trust developed with the Saudi authorities and Armed Forces during his term of office.
The handover was presided over by the Head of the Operational Support Department of the Inter-Force Operations Command (COVI), Air Vice Marshal David Re, who emphasized that «The Air Task Force – Arabia operates in a context of particular strategic importance for Italy».The General Re then thanked Colonel Schiavi for the work carried out and offered Colonel Rocca his best wishes for the new assignment.
