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Egyptian, Italian Chiefs of Staff Discuss Military Co-op in Cairo
Nada Mustafa Lieutenant General Ahmed Khalifa, Chief of Staff of the Egyptian Armed Forces, met with General Luciano Portolano, Chief of the Italian Joint Staff, and his accompanying delegation during their official visit to Egypt. The meeting was held at the General Secretariat of the Ministry of Defense. The discussions focused on ways to enhance cooperation and partnership between the armed forces of the two friendly countries across various fields. Lieutenant General Khalifa expressed his appreciation for the longstanding relationship between the Egyptian and Italian armed forces, emphasizing the General Command's keenness to broaden military cooperation in a way that serves the mutual interests of both sides. For his part, General Portolano affirmed Italy's commitment to strengthening military ties and exchanging expertise with Egypt's Armed Forces in the coming period. He also praised Egypt's active role and continuous efforts to promote peace and stability in the Middle East. The meeting was attended by a number of senior military officials from both countries. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies
Observer
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Observer
SAF Chief of Staff visits DSEI Japan 2025 expo
Vice Admiral Abdullah bin Khamis al Raisi, Chief of Staff of the Sultan's Armed Forces (SAF), visited the Defence and Security Equipment International 'DSEI Japan 2025' exhibition, held in Tokyo. The SAF Chief of Staff and his accompanying military delegation toured the exhibition and the various companies participating in the DSEI Japan 2025. He also attended several discussion panels held at the sidelines of the exhibition. Meanwhile, Vice Admiral Abdullah bin Khamis al Raisi, Chief of Staff of the Sultan's Armed Forces met here with General Yoshihide Yoshida, Japan's Chief of Staff of the Joint Staff. During this meeting, the two sides discussed several matters of mutual interest. The meeting and the DSEI Japan 2025 opening ceremony were attended by Dr Mohammed bin Said al Busaidy, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to Japan.
Yomiuri Shimbun
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Yomiuri Shimbun
Japan, India Agree to Boost Defense Cooperation;Defense Ministers Nakatani, Singh Meet in New Delhi
Takanori Nakada/The Yomiuri Shimbun Defense Minister Gen Nakatani, right, and Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh shake hands ahead of their bilateral meeting in New Delhi on Monday. NEW DELHI — Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani and Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh have agreed in New Delhi to enhance defense cooperation between Japan and India during Nakatani's visit to the Indian capital. In a roughly 90-minute discussion on Monday, the two ministers, who concurred on enhancing defense collaboration in the Indo-Pacific region, also agreed to work toward establishing a consultation body between their respective defense authorities for the coordination and management of this cooperation. During the meeting, Nakatani said, in light of China's growing assertiveness, that 'given our shared principles of pursuing a peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific based on the rule of law, it is increasingly important for both countries to cooperate and strengthen their coordination.' Singh underscored the need to promote military cooperation in the face of emerging challenges to the global order. As concrete defense cooperation, they agreed to enhance bilateral joint exercises and to collaborate on the protection of maritime traffic, including anti-piracy measures, with the aim of ensuring the security of sea-lanes. This envisioned consultation body will be responsible for adjusting and managing coordination between the respective defense authorities. It is anticipated that it will be overseen by an official from the Joint Staff of the Japan Self-Defense Forces at the vice chief or department head level. Nakatani's call for stronger security cooperation at the defense ministerial meeting stems from the critical need to collaborate with India to counter China's growing presence in the Indo-Pacific. 'The situation surrounding Japan and India is rapidly growing more complex and uncertain,' Nakatani urgently stated during the meeting, emphasizing the necessity for both countries to join forces. Singh echoed this sentiment, expressing his confidence that the cooperative relationship between Japan and India would reach unprecedented levels. Both Japan and India face similar threats from China. Specifically, Chinese government vessels have repeatedly intruded into Japanese territorial waters surrounding the Senkaku Islands, and a Chinese Coast Guard helicopter violated Japanese airspace near those islands on Saturday. In the Indian Ocean, China has been sending marine research vessels, creating new friction with India, which has ongoing border disputes with China. During the meeting, Nakatani reiterated that Japan-India security cooperation should be deepened as 'Japan-India defense cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.' While advancing cooperation with India within the Quad framework, which includes the United States and Australia, Japan also aims to simultaneously strengthen bilateral ties with India based on shared values and principles. Singh welcomed this and stated his desire to discuss the specifics in detail. Cooperation between Japan and India, such as information sharing, is expected to advance toward ensuring the security of sea-lanes. 'If India can deter China on the opposite side of the Indo-Pacific, it will also contribute to Japan's security,' a senior Defense Ministry official said. Yet, India also maintains a nonaligned foreign policy, avoiding alignment with any particular camp, and it is a member of the BRICS group of emerging economies, which includes China. Japan aims to draw India closer by building a strong track record in defense equipment and technology cooperation. At this meeting, both sides agreed that Japan would consider exporting aircraft and tank engines, among other items.
Korea Herald
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Korea Herald
Hegseth orders crafting of 2025 defense strategy to prioritize allies' burden sharing, China deterrence
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the development of the Pentagon's 2025 National Defense Strategy to prioritize raising "burden-sharing" with allies and deterring China threats in the Indo-Pacific, a Pentagon official said Friday. Sean Parnell, assistant to the secretary for public affairs, said that Hegseth directed Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Elbridge Colby to begin the NDS development, amid speculation that President Donald Trump might seek a rise in South Korea's share of the cost for stationing the 28,500-strong US Forces Korea. The Pentagon chief directed that a final NDS draft be provided to him no later than Aug. 31. The NDS is a strategic roadmap that provides a clear direction for the Pentagon to implement President Donald Trump's "America First and Peace Through Strength" agenda," Parnell said. "Consistent with the president's intent, the NDS will prioritize defense of the U.S. homeland, including America's skies and borders, and deterring China in the Indo-Pacific," the official said in a statement. "At the same time, the NDS will prioritize increasing burden-sharing with allies and partners around the world, in the process strengthening those relationships and setting conditions for lasting peace," he added. Colby will lead the NDS development in coordination with the Joint Staff and other Pentagon components, according to Parnell. Observers said that the envisioned NDS might focus on countering evolving threats from China, and call for allies and partners to step up their defense contributions to address other security challenges, including those from North Korea and Iran. Colby has stressed the need for a USFK overhaul to make it "more relevant" to handling China-related contingencies rather than being held "hostage" to countering North Korean challenges. The strategy could add pressure on South Korea to jack up its financial contributions to station American troops on its soil, as Trump has claimed that the US is not sufficiently reimbursed for America's security protection for the Asian ally.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Hegseth backs Air Force three-star Grynkewich for top Europe job
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has recommended the president nominate Lt. Gen. Alexus Grynkewich, the Joint Staff's director for operations, to lead U.S. forces in Europe, according to a senior U.S. defense official, U.S. official and two congressional aides. The nomination to head European Command, which is not yet final, comes at a moment of uncertainty for America's military commitment to Europe, potentially including cuts to U.S. forces on the continent and a lesser role in the NATO alliance. The White House still needs to review the nomination and pass it to the Senate before it becomes official, the sources said, speaking on the condition of anonymity to discuss the ongoing process. Inside the Pentagon, Grynkewich is widely considered one of America's most promising general officers. A former F-16 and F-22 pilot, he spent four years on the staff of Central Command helping lead the U.S. military in the Middle East, including its Air Force component there. He entered his role on the Joint Staff in April 2024 and has since helped steer U.S. forces around the world in a year marked by the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and China's growing military power. In that role, he has also worked closely on the Pentagon's support for Ukraine's self-defense. Under the Trump administration, the Defense Department has taken a much firmer tone toward its European allies. Like President Donald Trump, Hegseth has argued NATO countries need to raise military spending, up to 5% of GDP from the current 2% floor. Hegseth has also taken a smaller role in the group of countries that have gathered for the last three years to support Ukraine's self-defense. Britain and Germany chaired the gathering's last meeting in April, with Hegseth attending virtually. 'Leaders of our European allies should take primary responsibility for defense of the continent,' Hegseth said in a February speech at NATO headquarters. The head of European Command has also always served as Supreme Allied Commander Europe, a top military role within NATO held by an American dating back to Dwight D. Eisenhower. In March, reports that Hegseth may cede that position prompted a rare public stand by the chairs of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees. 'We will not accept significant changes to our warfighting structure that are made without a rigorous interagency process, coordination with combatant commanders and the Joint Staff and collaboration with Congress,' the two chairs wrote. In an April hearing, the current head of EUCOM, Gen. Christopher Cavoli, defended America's military commitment to Europe and argued the country should maintain its presence there. 'It's my advice to maintain that force posture as it is now,' Cavoli said in a House Armed Services Committee hearing. There are currently 100,000 U.S. troops in Europe after the Biden administration surged 20,000 more to the continent following Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The Pentagon is reviewing its spread of forces around the world — an effort led in part by policy officials who formerly called for cuts in America's presence in Europe. European officials have said they expect the U.S. to withdraw troops and have heard from the Pentagon that the cuts may start with the 20,000 brought three years ago. A Defense Department spokesperson said no decisions have yet been made during the force posture review. Cavoli is expected to retire around early July, one of multiple top U.S. military officials to leave posts in Europe this year. Gen. James Hecker, head of the U.S. Air Force in Europe, is retiring in May and does not yet have a nominated successor. Hegseth also fired Vice Adm. Shoshana Chatfield, who held a senior role within NATO, in April. Separately, the Washington Post reported that Hegseth has recommended Vice Adm. Brad Cooper, deputy commander of U.S. Central Command, to lead U.S. forces in the Middle East, passing over Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen. James Mingus, who had been presumed as the post's top contender. A Pentagon spokesperson referred questions to the White House, which didn't respond to a separate request for comment.
