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Al-Ahram Weekly
6 days ago
- Business
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt, Morocco establish a joint committee to boost economic cooperation - Foreign Affairs
Egypt and Morocco will establish a joint coordination committee to boost economic cooperation, which will be chaired by the prime ministers of both countries. The agreement was reached during Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty's current visit to the Kingdom and as part of a series of meetings with senior Moroccan officials and business leaders. A Foreign Ministry statement said the committee will operate under the umbrella of the Higher Joint Committee, chaired by the President of Egypt and His Majesty the King of Morocco. The committee's first session is expected to be held before the end of this year. It will meet regularly, alternating between the two countries. The statement added that the committee will positively impact the strengthening of trade exchange, the flow of mutual investments, and the enhancement of regional trade partnerships. The Ministry stressed that establishing the new committee reflects the political will of both brotherly nations to enhance bilateral cooperation and fulfil the directives of both countries' leaderships to intensify efforts to advance economic, trade, and investment cooperation. According to the statement, it also aims to activate regional institutional frameworks and maximize their potential benefits. During his visit to Morocco, FM Abdelatty also visited the Egyptian Cultural Centre in Rabat, where he toured the centre's library, lecture and seminar hall, and museum. Abdelatty Minister emphasized Egypt's commitment to strengthening cultural ties with Morocco, given the deep historical relations between the two nations.. He highlighted the key role played by the Cultural Centre in fostering cultural exchange and enhancing academic cooperation. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
LBCI
26-05-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam to visit Cairo in July
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam met with Egypt's Ambassador to Lebanon, Alaa Moussa, at the Grand Serail to discuss preparations for his upcoming official visit to Cairo in the first week of July. Following the meeting, Ambassador Moussa said the talks focused on arrangements for the Higher Joint Committee between Lebanon and Egypt, which is currently being organized. He emphasized a shared desire to make this round of the committee distinct from previous ones by ensuring that any agreements and memoranda signed are practical and directly address the needs of both countries. "We hope the next phase will be dedicated to reviewing documents, projects, and agreements that can be signed and implemented. Prime Minister Salam is highly invested in this visit and has already assigned officials to handle its preparations," Moussa stated. The ambassador also invited Salam to attend the opening of Egypt's Grand Egyptian Museum in early July—an event marking a month full of significant engagements between Lebanon and Egypt.
Middle East
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Middle East
OPEN// FM reaffirms Egypt's full support for efforts to restore security and stability in Lebanon
CAIRO, April 22 (MENA) - Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Expatriates Minister Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt's full support for efforts of Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam in restoring security and stability in Lebanon and fulfilling the aspirations of the Lebanese people. Speaking at a joint press conference with his Lebanese counterpart Youssef Raji in Cairo on Tuesday, Abdelatty welcomed the Lebanese delegation, emphasizing the strong historical ties between the two countries, saying that their discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in political, economic, trade, and cultural fields. He said that the two sides agreed to advance cooperation in line with the directives of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and his Lebanese counterpart, following their meeting during the Arab Summit in Cairo last March. Abdelatty said that the Egyptian-Lebanese Higher Joint Committee will convene in Cairo this year under the co-chairmanship of both countries' prime ministers and mentioned that an official invitation has been sent from President Sisi to President Aoun for an upcoming visit to Egypt. The visit by the Lebanese top diplomat today comes at a critical time marked by regional tensions, Abdelatty said, noting that they discussed the ongoing Israeli occupation of southern Lebanon and the recent Israeli aggression that caused significant civilian casualties and infrastructure destruction. Both sides stressed during the talks the need for full implementation of UN Resolution 1701, including Israel's complete withdrawal from southern Lebanon and respect for Lebanese sovereignty, the minister said. They warned against the risks of renewed escalation and emphasized the importance of empowering the Lebanese army and institutions to fulfill their national responsibilities, he added. The talks also addressed the need for international support in Lebanon's reconstruction efforts following recent destruction caused by Israeli assaults, Abdelatty said reiterating Egypt's unwavering support for Lebanon's government, institutions, and armed forces, particularly in enforcing law and security throughout the country. Additionally, both sides discussed broader regional developments, including the situations in Syria, Gaza, and the West Bank amid continued Israeli aggression, the top Egyptian diplomat said. He highlighted Egypt's ongoing efforts, alongside Qatar and the US, to restore the ceasefire agreement reached on January 19, end the bloodshed in Gaza, and ensure the release of captives and prisoners, as well as the delivery of humanitarian aid. (MORE) R E E/
