Youm al-Aqd
The Jordanian Armed Forces are the backbone of the state, and Armed Forces Day is observed with military parades and the display of Jordan's military capabilities. The Jordanian military is one of the most professional in the region, and the day is a source of national pride. The Special Operations Forces (SOU) are among the best in the world, and King Abdullah II is a qualified pilot, diver, and parachutist.