Kazakhstani special forces to participate in int’l competitions in Dubai

The Special Operations Forces team of the Kazakhstani Defense Ministry will take part in prestigious competitions in the United Arab Emirates, the press service of the ministry said, Report informs via Kazakhstani media.

International competitions of special units "The UAE SWAT Challenge" will be held in Dubai from February 1 to 5.

As many as 121 teams from 70 countries will participate in the competitions. The total number of participants will exceed 1,300 people. The Armed Forces of Kazakhstan will be represented by 12 teams in the competitions.

"The competitions are aimed at exchanging experience between international special forces groups, improving skills, and demonstrating unit readiness. Participating teams must pass five difficult tests in various tactical categories requiring precision and teamwork. All of these will be held at Dubai special forces' specialized training center," the ministry stated.