Egyptian Naval Forces units leave for France for joint drills

CAIRO - 24 March 2019: Units of the Egyptian Naval Forces departed to France to take part in joint drills.

Egyptian Navy Commander Vice Admiral Ahmed Khaled said the military exercises - which will continue for several days - fall within the framework of promoting cooperation and exchanging expertise.

The joint drills help standing on up-to-date fighting technology and honing skills of Egyptian forces, he added during a see-off ceremony for forces participating in the war game.