
French Navy Commander Admiral Bernard Rogel said on Thursday that the Egyptian navy showed high-level technical competence during the training on the Mistral-class helicopter carrier in France.
In statements during the official ceremony held for handing over the Mistral-class helicopter carrier from France to Egypt, Rogel said the receiving of the carrier reflects the deep-rooted relations between Egypt and France especially in defense field.
The ceremony was also attended by Commander of the Egyptian Navy Osama Rabea and a number of Egyptian and French commanders.
Rogel also pointed out that Egypt and France are facing a joint threat which is terrorism that is threatening Africa and the Middle East.
He also hailed Egypt's role in facing such threat and the importance of holding joint strategic partnership that helps in combating terrorism.
Meanwhile, French DCNS Group said Egypt will receive 7 naval ships by the year 2020.
Source ; MENA
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