Middle East - Cairo

Edited by Castle Journal 

 

•   Foreign Minister Qin Gang paid an official visit to Egypt where president Abdul Fattah Elsisi received him.
•   China stresses the importance of developing its strategic relations with Egypt as a major priority

Today, Egyptian President Abdul Fattah El-Sisi received Mr. Chen Gang, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China, in the presence of Mr. Sameh Shoukry, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Ambassador Liao Liqiang, Chinese Ambassador to Cairo.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China confirmed during
The meeting emphasized China's keenness to continue developing its strategic relations with Egypt as a main priority and a consistent approach, referring to the respect and appreciation that his country holds for Egypt in light of its pivotal role as a fundamental pillar of stability in the Middle East and the center of gravity of the Arab world and the African continent, under the wise and balanced leadership of the President, with an emphasis on China's steadfast support for Egypt in comprehensive development efforts, combating terrorism and achieving regional security and stability.
The official spokesperson for the Presidency of the Republic stated that the President welcomed the Chinese official in Egypt, asking him to convey his greetings to the President of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, and stressing Egypt's keenness to continue fruitful cooperation within the framework of the comprehensive strategic partnership that brings together the two friendly countries, and in light of The extended path of exemplary cooperation and coordination between the two sides in various fields, as well as the outstanding performance of Chinese companies participating in the development process throughout the Republic.

from his side; The Chinese Foreign Minister conveyed to the President the greetings of President Xi Jinping, expressing China's keenness to continue developing its strategic relations with Egypt as a major priority and consistent approach, and noting his country's respect and appreciation for Egypt in light of its pivotal role as a main pillar of stability in the Middle East and a center of gravity. The Arab world and the African continent are under the wise and balanced leadership of the President, with an emphasis on China's steadfast support for Egypt in comprehensive development efforts, combating terrorism, and achieving regional security and stability.
The official spokesman stated that the meeting witnessed a review of prospects for enhancing aspects of bilateral cooperation between the two countries, as the Chinese foreign minister affirmed China's keenness on continuing to develop and support development programs and activities and national projects in Egypt, especially in light of the comprehensive development renaissance achieved in Egypt, as well as the infrastructure. The modernization that Egypt has now enjoyed, is integrated with the Chinese "Belt and Road" initiative.
The Chinese Foreign Minister was also keen to listen to the President's assessments regarding developments in the regional situation and regional issues, as the President stressed Egypt's firm position to restore the security and stability of countries suffering from crises in the region and to strengthen its national institutions and support them in combating terrorism, which is considered a tool for the destruction of states.