Kamal Amer
Egyptian politician (1942–2021)
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Kamal Amer (Arabic: كمال عامر; 13 June 1942 – 4 March 2021)[1] was an Egyptian politician and military commander.[2]
Preceded bySamir Youssef
Succeeded bySalah Misbah
Preceded bySamir Youssef
Succeeded byAbdel Moneim Saeed
Kamal Amer | |
|---|---|
| Governor of Aswan Governorate | |
| In office 31 October 1999 – 17 July 2001 | |
| Preceded by | Samir Youssef |
| Succeeded by | Salah Misbah |
| Governor of Matrouh Governorate | |
| In office 9 July 1997 – 21 November 1999 | |
| Preceded by | Samir Youssef |
| Succeeded by | Abdel Moneim Saeed |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 13 June 1942 Cairo, Egypt |
| Died | 4 March 2021 (aged 78) Cairo, Egypt |
| Party | Independent |
Biography
Amer was trained at the Egyptian Military Academy and Nasser Military Academy. During his military career, Amer ascended to the role of Commander of the Third Army.[3][4] President Hosni Mubarak appointed him Director of Military Intelligence, a position he held until 1997.[5] From 9 July 1997 to 21 November 1999, he was Governor of the Matrouh Governorate.[6][7] He then served as Governor of the Aswan Governorate from 31 October 1999 until 17 July 2001.[8][9] From December 2012 to June 2013, he served in the Shura Council.[10]
