The Commander of the Egyptian Navy (Egyptian Arabic: قائد القوات البحرية, romanized: Qā'id al-quwāt al-baḥriyya) is the highest-ranking officer of the Egyptian Navy usually held by a vice admiral.[1] It is responsible for overseeing all naval operations, personnel, and strategic initiatives. It is appointed by the president.[2]
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| Appointer | The President |
| Deputy | Deputy Commander of Navy |
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Article 203 of the Egyptian constitution, as specified under the Branch II National Defense Council, designates the naval commander as the head of the naval forces. This legal framework outlines the responsibilities and authority of the naval commander in overseeing the operations, administration, and strategic initiatives of Egypt's naval forces.[3]
Role and responsibilities
editThe commander of the Navy has primary command of the naval forces, ensuring the operational readiness and defense capabilities of Egypt's maritime interests. This includes the management of naval bases, fleets, and maritime training centers. The commander also plays a role in planning and executing naval strategy, both domestically and in cooperation with allied navies.[4]
The responsibilities of the commander of the Navy include, supervising naval operations and exercises, managing the development and modernization of naval assets, coordinating with other branches of the Egyptian Armed Forces in joint military operations, and representing the Egyptian Navy in international naval partnerships and security arrangements.[5]
Appointment
editThe appointment of the Commander of the Navy is made by presidential decree, typically based on recommendations from the ministry of Defense and the chief of the staff.[2]
History
editThe position of commander of the Navy plays a primary role in shaping Egypt's maritime defense policy, particularly during key historical events such as the Suez Crisis of 1956,[6] the Six-Day War of 1967,[7] and the October War of 1973.[8] The modernization of the Egyptian Navy in the 21st century, including the acquisition of advanced warships and submarines, has been a central focus under naval commanders.[9]
List of commanders
edit- Vice admiral Fouad Mohamed Abou Zikry
- Vice Admiral Saad el-Shazly
- Vice admiral Mohab Mamish
- Vice admiral Ashraf Ibrahim Atwa
See also
editReferences
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- ^ a b "Egyptian President Sisi names new Navy commander". english.ahram.org.eg. 14 Dec 2021. Archived from the original on 27 Sep 2023. Retrieved 22 Sep 2024.
- ^ "The Egyptian Constitution". sschr.gov.eg. 23 Jul 1952. Archived from the original on 16 Sep 2024. Retrieved 22 Sep 2024.
- ^ Redefined, Defence (9 Dec 2023). "Impressive presence at EDEX 2023". Defence Redefined. Retrieved 22 Sep 2024.
- ^ "Egypt, UK conduct joint maritime exercise". sis.gov.eg. 22 Sep 2024. Archived from the original on 22 Sep 2024. Retrieved 22 Sep 2024.
- ^ "Suez Crisis, 1956". U.S. Department of State Archive. 6 Jan 1990. Retrieved 22 Sep 2024.
- ^ Mehta, Saima (7 Jun 2024). "How the Six-Day War of 1967 transformed the Middle East". The Indian Express. Retrieved 22 Sep 2024.
- ^ "The Egyptian Navy's Journey from Surviving to Thriving". Al Majalla. 9 Jul 2021. Retrieved 22 Sep 2024.
- ^ "Commander of Egypt's Navy: Our navy is capable of ensuring regional maritime security, carrying all tasks efficiently". EgyptToday. 21 Oct 2021. Retrieved 22 Sep 2024.