US chief of naval operations visits Egypt, tours fast missile craft

US Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Admiral Jonathan Greenert visited Alexandria July 11-13 to reaffirm the US’ commitment to partnering with Egypt and to enhance regional security, said the US Embassy in Cairo Monday.

He met with the Commander in Chief of Egyptian Naval Forces, Rear Admiral Ossama Monier Rabie, to discuss cooperation with the Egyptian Navy and security issues.

While visiting Abu Qir Naval Base, he toured the Fast Missile Craft that the United States finished delivering to the Egyptian military June 17.

“I’m in Egypt to build a stronger relationship with my counterpart Rear Admiral Ossama," said Greenert. "I was honored to meet him and his staff today and visit several Egyptian Navy ships in Alexandria."