FM Abdelatty inaugurates Egypt-Mali Business Forum in Bamako - Foreign Affairs
The forum featured broad participation from senior business leaders and representatives of both the public and private sectors from Egypt and Mali.
In his opening speech, Abdelatty stated that the forum represents a new and important milestone in strengthening economic and trade partnerships between Egypt and Mali. He noted that Egyptian-Malian relations are currently witnessing unprecedented momentum.
Egypt's FM emphasised that the forum opens unprecedented opportunities for the private sectors in both countries to develop partnerships based on integration and mutual trust, reflecting the two countries ' deep historical ties and economic potential.
He praised the forum as a practical first step toward institutional cooperation, especially in light of the joint efforts that led to the establishment of an economic working group between the two countries. He also highlighted the ongoing efforts to create an Egypt-Mali Business Council to activate cooperation opportunities across various sectors.
Furthermore, Abdelatty expressed Egypt's genuine desire to expand its investments in Mali, particularly in the textile, wood, and pharmaceutical sectors.
He also explained that the Egyptian economy, being one of the largest in Africa, has promising investment opportunities. Egyptian companies, Abdelatty added, have ample experience in implementing strategic projects in infrastructure, agriculture, energy, dams, pharmaceuticals, and telecommunications.
According to the statement, the Egyptian FM reaffirmed Egypt's continued support of Mali's efforts to achieve security and stability and to counter terrorism. He stressed the importance of adopting a comprehensive approach that links security and development.
In return, Moussa Al-Hassan Diallo, Mali's Minister of Industry and Trade, emphasised the high importance the Malian government places on enhancing cooperation with Egypt. He also praised Egypt's expertise in supporting development in Africa.
Moreover, Diallo stated that the forum reflects the shared political will to raise the level of economic and investment cooperation between the two countries and represents a qualitative step toward establishing a sustainable partnership.
Abdelatty's visit to Mali is the fourth destination on his five-leg African tour. Having already visited Niger, Mali, Nigeria, and Burkina Faso, he has yet to visit Senegal.
This regional tour follows Egypt's engagement in the 47th Ordinary Session of the African Union's Executive Council held earlier in July.
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