SAKAKA: Prince Faisal bin Nawaf bin Abdul Aziz, governor of Jouf, began an inspection tour of different governorates on Saturday. He visited the Border Guard headquarters in Al-Issawiya, which is adjacent to the border with Jordan.
Maj. Gen. Mohammad bin Al- Al-Khonaini, commander of the Border Guard in Jouf, and Col. Hammoud bin Abbas Al-Buqami, commander of Al-Issawiya sector, received the governor.
The governor lauded the services of the Border Guard and highlighted the forces’ sacrifices for the protection of the homeland and its proactive role to keep the Kingdom secure.
Prince Faisal wished them success in their endeavors to serve the country with the same dedication.
Jouf is located in the north of the country. It is considered one of the most fertile regions in the Kingdom. The area is also popular for planting palm trees; it produces approximately 150,000 tons of dates every year.
