The King Abdullah II Special Operations Training Center (KASOTC) is one of the most prominent specialized military training centers at regional and international levels. It embodies the royal vision of His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, Commander-in-Chief of the Jordanian Armed Forces.
The King — may God protect him — desired to build an advanced training institution to prepare and develop military and security personnel with a high level of professionalism in accordance with the latest global concepts and methodologies in operational training.
KASOTC was established to be a leading platform in the fields of counterterrorism training, special operations and joint operations, and to provide an integrated training environment that simulates realistic field conditions, based on advanced infrastructure and qualified human expertise to meet the needs of armed forces and security agencies at various levels. Covering 3,500 square meters, the center can accommodate 1,500 trainees at once and in its 16 years of operation has trained more than 137,000 personnel.
In light of rapid technological developments and the global shift toward artificial intelligence-based systems, the center is confidently integrating smart technologies into its operational training system. These efforts include developing advanced simulation systems, using field data analysis technologies and applying artificial intelligence tools to evaluate performance and improve decision-making during complex training missions.
Our vision is to strengthen KASOTC’s position as a leading regional and international hub for specialized military training based on innovation and smart technologies, in line with requirements of modern military operations. We also seek to build an integrated digital training environment based on real-time performance analysis, enabling trainees to hone their skills within advanced knowledge and technical frameworks.
The center’s mission is based on the fundamental principle that excellence in the field begins with excellence in training, and that investment in human resources is the cornerstone of building a security and defense system capable of adapting to future challenges.
The Warrior Competition
The annual Warrior Competition organized by KASOTC is a platform for international cooperation and exchange of experiences between elite teams from different militaries around the world, as well as the largest global companies in the field of military manufacturing.
The idea for the competition came in 2009 when the center opened. The initial Warrior Competition included only three teams but has become one of the most important military events, with warriors from around the world keen to participate and send their best to compete.
The five-day annual competition lets all participants, be they competing teams, observers or sponsors, as well as senior military and civilian visitors, to learn about the combat skills of other countries. It is an opportunity for local and international companies to showcase their latest military technologies and equipment and to display new developments in the military and security fields.
The 14th annual Warrior Competition was held October 5-9, 2025, with 38 teams from 23 countries participating. The Iraqi Counter-Terrorism Service won the competition title, followed by the Special Forces from Brunei Darussalam in second place. Jordan’s King Abdullah II Royal Special Forces came in third.
The 2025 competition included new activities introduced to keep pace with the constant developments on the battlefield and new, advanced military technologies. To maintain the standing of the competition and ensure transparency and fair judging, an international company specializing in this field is contracted annually. This ensures impartiality when evaluating participating teams.
The competition featured advanced technologies and training methods that simulated real-life operational environments, enabling participating teams to demonstrate high levels of endurance, combat skills and team spirit, reflecting the essence of a true warrior — courage, discipline and determination.
In this context, we extend our warmest congratulations to the Iraqi team for their outstanding performance and impressive victory in the 2025 competition. This is a testament to its exceptional skill, discipline and determination, embodying a true warrior spirit.
In conclusion, the King Abdullah II Special Operations Training Center will continue to perform its mission with competence, guided by royal directives, adhering to excellence as a principle, leadership as a choice, and professionalism as a consistent approach in serving the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army and regional and international partners in the field of advanced operational training.