The activities of the Egyptian-Pakistani joint training exercise “Raad-2” have concluded, following several days conducted at the combat training ranges of the Special Forces in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

The exercise, which started on 09 April, was carried out with the participation of elements from the Egyptian Paratroopers and the Pakistani Special Forces, within the framework of the Armed Forces’ joint training plan with brotherly and friendly nations.

The drill aims to support prospects of military cooperation and enhance the combat efficiency of both Egyptian and Pakistani special operations forces, the Egyptian Ministry of Defense said in a statement.

Throughout its duration, the exercise included the execution of a number of theoretical and practical training activities designed to unify operational concepts and facilitate the exchange of expertise between both sides. These activities also contributed to maximizing the combat capabilities of participating personnel, enabling them to operate jointly in a professional manner under various conditions.

The final phase of the exercise involved the execution of several joint practical demonstrations in the fields of counterterrorism and confronting non-conventional threats. These activities highlighted the high level of coordination, precision, and combat proficiency demonstrated by both sides, as well as their ability to effectively execute missions of a specialized nature.

The main phase of the exercise was attended by Major General Mohamed Saad, Commander of the Egyptian Paratroopers, and Major General Ahmed Jawad, Commander of the Pakistani Special Forces. (Source & Photo © Egyptian Ministry of Defense)