Egypt, UAE 'Zayed 2' joint military exercise concludes

CAIRO – 31 March 2017: Egyptian and Emirati armed forces successfully concluded the joint military exercise ‘Zayed 2’ on UAE territory Wednesday,

Youm7

reported.

Naval, ground and air forces of both countries participated in the military exercise, which included a number of lectures on combat skills. Also, previously set military exercises were executed by both sides.

Military top brass from both countries commended the efforts exerted and the exceptional performance of the forces that took part in the drill and their ability to carry out all missions and tasks adroitly.



The aim behind the joint exercise was to emphasize the deep historic and strategic relations between Egypt and the UAE, develop the abilities of the two armies and boost their readiness in case of emergencies.

The drill also included practices to attack vital targets, accurately execute objectives, enrich defense, offense and overall propensity and to maintain a high level of military preparedness.

Zayed 2 was an extension of the two-week Zayed 1 joint training exercise that took place in 2014.

Head of the Training Authority of the Egyptian Armed Forces Ahmed Wasfi, Chief of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court Sheikh Hamad bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces Lt. Gen. Hamad Thani Al Rumaithi and top leaders from both armies attended the closing ceremony.


Egyptian & Emirates army forces taking part in "Zayed 2" joint military exercise - Press Photo