Egypt is close to producing one of the world’s most advanced and effective artillery systems – the 155mm/52 caliber K9A1EGY howitzer. Egyptian Minister of State for Military Production, Salah Suleiman Gomblatt, conducted an inspection tour of the armored vehicle production and repair plant (Military Factory 200) to monitor the manufacturing process of these highly advanced defense systems. Gomblatt began his tour of the factory by inspecting the K9A1EGY howitzer production line. Following this, the minister visited Abu Zaabal Engineering Industries Company (Military Factory 100), and inspected the workshops producing the K9A1EGY cannon. He then reviewed the progress made in implementing the orders he issued during his previous visit to the company in February.

Source: Egypt Independent March 16, 2026 14:22 UTC