The Egyptian and French Armed Forces launched ‘Ramses 2022’ joint naval and air drill that will last for several days in Egypt, according to a statement from Egyptian Military Spokesperson Gharib Abdel Hafez on Monday.
Abdel Hafez explained that the French side is participating in the training with its Charles de Gaulle helicopter carrier, an accompanying combat group, and a number of Rafale fighter jets.
As for the Egyptian side, it is participating with a naval formation of frigates, missile launchers, and units of the Egyptian naval special forces, in addition to a number of fighter jets — F-16s, Rafales, and MIG-29s to be specific.
The training will include the implementation of many activities that will train the naval and air forces of both countries on planning and managing joint combat actions, which contributes to unifying operational concepts, refining the skills of the forces of both countries, exchanging combat and field experiences, and preparing to carry out any joint tasks under various circumstances.
Abdel Hafez said that the drill comes as part of the growing relations of partnership and military cooperation between the Egyptian and French Armed Forces and to enhance their ability to face challenges in the region and secure vital objectives in the Mediterranean.
