Egypt has arms factories? Why yes...they do.
They build a version of the F-16 block 10-15[do not have my block #'s in front of me]..under liscense.
They build the M1A1 Abrams[US. Main battle]..under license.
They build older soviet weapons systems....like the Strela 2.
And they broker toys for the various parties at war with Israel.
Egypt is only allowed 1 division in Sinai under the Camp David Accords...Janes confirms Egypt has assets and troop stength for 3 divisions near Israels border.[a clear violation..but what do they care.]
Egypt is a player..yes..very much a player.