The Egyptian government and the Armenian embassy in Cairo celebrated the 35th anniversary of Armenia's independence on September 21, 2026. The event was attended by Egyptian Minister of Supply and Internal Trade, Dr. Sherif Farouk, on behalf of Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouli. The ceremony began with the playing of the national anthems of Armenia and Egypt. Armenian Ambassador to Egypt, Armen Sarkisian, delivered a speech, expressing his gratitude to the Egyptian government and people for their warm welcome.
Ambassador Sarkisian highlighted the historical significance of Armenia's independence, which was achieved after a long and challenging journey. He emphasized that Armenia is committed to building a peaceful and prosperous future, and that this goal can only be achieved through international cooperation and partnership. The ambassador also reviewed the development of Armenian-Egyptian relations since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1992. He described the relationship as a "multifaceted and comprehensive partnership" that encompasses various sectors, including economy, trade, education, culture, tourism, healthcare, science, and technology.
The ambassador mentioned several key milestones in the bilateral relations, including the historic visit of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to Armenia in January 2023, which was the first visit by an Egyptian president to Armenia. He also noted the visit of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan to Egypt in March 2024, which focused on developing economic and technological cooperation. Ambassador Sarkisian announced that 2025 was a productive year for Armenian-Egyptian relations, with several high-level visits and agreements signed.
Minister of Supply and Internal Trade, Dr. Sherif Farouk, expressed his appreciation for the warm welcome extended by the Armenian ambassador and his wife. He conveyed the greetings of Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouli and the Egyptian government's congratulations to the Armenian government and people on their independence anniversary. The minister emphasized that the relationship between Egypt and Armenia goes beyond diplomatic relations and is rooted in the long-standing friendship between the two nations.
Dr. Farouk highlighted the significant contributions of the Armenian community in Egypt to the country's development and growth. He noted that the recognition of Armenia's independence by Egypt in 1992 was a natural extension of the long-standing friendship between the two nations. The minister praised the historic visit of President el-Sisi to Armenia in 2023, which marked a new era in bilateral relations.
The minister emphasized that Egypt and Armenia have a strong foundation for cooperation, with a shared vision for a peaceful and prosperous future. He noted that the two countries have a complementary relationship, with Egypt offering a large market and strategic location, while Armenia brings expertise in technology, innovation, and specialized industries. Dr. Farouk expressed his hope that the agreements signed between the two countries will be translated into concrete projects and investments that benefit both nations.
The celebration concluded with a call for continued cooperation and friendship between Egypt and Armenia. The two countries have a strong foundation for a long-term partnership, with a shared commitment to peace, stability, and prosperity in the region. KEY_POINT: Egypt and Armenia celebrate 35 years of independence, highlighting their growing bilateral relations. KEY_POINT: The two countries have a complementary relationship, with Egypt offering a large market and strategic location, while Armenia brings expertise in technology, innovation, and specialized industries. KEY_POINT: The celebration marked a new era in bilateral relations, with a shared vision for a peaceful and prosperous future.
