The Chinese Consulate General in Alexandria celebrated its 77th National Day on Tuesday with a grand ceremony attended by Ayman Attia, Governor of Alexandria, and representatives from various diplomatic missions, executive officials, and public figures. Chinese Consul General in Alexandria, Xue Min, highlighted that this year's celebration takes place amidst a continuous journey of achievements and prosperity. China is steadfastly moving towards innovation, enhancing cooperation, and opening up to the world.
Xue Min emphasized that this year's celebration coincides with the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Egypt and China. Over seven decades, the two countries have maintained a relationship built on mutual trust and shared benefits. The Egyptian-Chinese relations have become a model for friendly coexistence and solidarity among developing countries, exemplifying collective cooperation between China and Arab nations, as well as China and Africa.
The Chinese Consul General praised the strategic guidance of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, which has propelled the comprehensive strategic partnership to broader horizons. The relations between the two countries have witnessed growing cooperation in fields such as economy, trade, investment, technology, and energy. China continues to adopt innovation as a driving force for development, particularly in areas like artificial intelligence, digital economy, and green new energy.
Xue Min revealed that the economic cooperation between China and Egypt has yielded tangible results, including a rise in Egyptian exports to China during the first half of 2026. Additionally, significant Chinese investments have been injected into the Egyptian market. She also mentioned the implementation of a decision to exempt imports from Arab countries with diplomatic relations with China from customs duties, starting from last May, which opens up promising prospects for the region's people.
The Chinese Consul General highlighted that the recent visit of President Xi Jinping to Egypt marked a significant milestone in expanding regional and international cooperation, building a community with a shared future that promotes peace and development. This visit has further solidified the strong ties between the two nations and has paved the way for future collaborations.
The celebration in Alexandria demonstrates the robust and multifaceted relationship between China and Egypt, which continues to grow and diversify. As both countries look to the future, they are committed to fostering greater cooperation and mutual understanding. The event served as a testament to the strong foundation of their bilateral relations and their shared commitment to peace, stability, and prosperity.
As China and Egypt move forward, they are expected to explore new avenues for cooperation, particularly in the fields of technology, innovation, and sustainable development. With their long-standing relationship and shared vision for a better future, the two nations are poised to achieve even greater heights in their bilateral ties, ultimately benefiting their people and contributing to regional and global stability.
Key points
- Strengthened economic cooperation between China and Egypt
- Growing ties in technology, innovation, and sustainable development
- 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Egypt and China
