US Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander Joseph Votel

US Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander Joseph Votel left here on Friday wrapping up a two-day visit to Egypt.

During his stay, Votel met with Egypt’s Defense Minister Sedqi Sobhi and discussed the latest regional developments and regional and international terrorism-combat efforts. 

Also, the US commander convened with Egypt’s Chief of Staff Mahmoud Hegazi and probed a number of issues of mutual interest, including ways to maintain regional stability and exchange of military expertise.

Source: MENA