Egyptian Military and Thales Mark Milestone in Cutting-Edge Defense Training Initiatives
The Egyptian Armed Forces hosted a ceremony to present certificates for finishing specialized training initiatives based on the technical operational framework within defense and industrial sectors, in partnership with Thales Group and the French University in Egypt. This endeavor aligns with the Armed Forces’ dedication to ongoing improvement in accordance with modern educational and training methodologies in military affairs.
The event was graced by the presence of Lieutenant General Yasser El-Toudy, Commander of the Air Defense Forces, along with a number of military officials, representatives from the French Embassy, the French University, and the French Defense Attaché located in Cairo.
Highlights:
Address by the Chief of the Training Authority
Major General Osama Naga, head of the Training Authority for the Armed Forces, delivered an address conveying the salutations and gratitude of General Abdel-Meguid Saqr, General Commander of the Armed Forces and Minister of Defense and Military Production, and Lieutenant General Ahmed Khalifa, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, to those present. He underscored the General Command’s commitment to refining the training framework through collaborations with prominent global companies and institutions to stay aligned with the swift advancements in military and technological fields.
Address by the French Ambassador
French Ambassador to Cairo, Mr. Éric Chevallier, emphasized the profound historical ties between Egypt and France. He reaffirmed his nation’s dedication to nurturing bilateral cooperation to share knowledge and optimize the use of existing resources.
Address by the Vice President of Thales Group
Grégory Lénié, Executive Vice President for the Middle East and North Africa at Thales Group, expressed his contentment regarding the successful partnership between the organization and the Egyptian Armed Forces in the areas of defense and industry.
Address by the President of the French University
Dr. Mohamed Roshdy, President of the French University in Egypt, characterized the training initiatives as a crucial advancement in fortifying bilateral relations in education and training. He highlighted the university’s commitment to providing cutting-edge curricula instructed by top-tier experts and specialists.
Content of the Training Program:
The training programs, carried out over several days, incorporated a variety of lectures across multiple domains aimed at enhancing the skills and competencies of the trainees. At the conclusion of the ceremony, certificates were conferred upon the participants who successfully completed the courses.
