The first joint committee meeting between Egypt and Equatorial Guinea took place on the sidelines of the Africa Sharm El-Sheikh forum on Saturday. Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty and Equatorial Guinea's Foreign Minister Simeon Esono co-chaired the meeting. The two ministers expressed their satisfaction with the depth of relations between the two countries and their mutual desire to enhance cooperation in various fields.
Abdelatty highlighted the importance of strengthening economic and investment cooperation, increasing trade exchange, and opening up opportunities for Egyptian companies to participate in priority development projects in Equatorial Guinea. These projects include infrastructure, construction, housing, energy, medicine, and fisheries. He also emphasized Egypt's readiness to continue cooperating in capacity building and transferring expertise.
The two ministers discussed several African issues of common interest, including ways to support peace, security, stability, and development in the continent. They agreed to continue coordinating and consulting on various regional and international issues to consolidate peace, security, and stability in Africa. The meeting also witnessed the signing of several memoranda of understanding.
The memoranda of understanding covered areas such as agriculture, culture, tourism, fish farming, and a joint committee communiqué. The two sides exchanged views on ways to promote cooperation and strengthen bilateral relations. They also reviewed the current state of relations and discussed ways to enhance them.
The meeting was attended by Egyptian officials and diplomats, including Nader Zaki, the official spokesperson for the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Zaki stated that the meeting reflected the strong relations between the two countries and their mutual desire to enhance cooperation. He also highlighted the importance of the meeting in promoting peace and stability in Africa.
The Africa Sharm El-Sheikh forum provides a platform for African countries to discuss issues of common interest and promote cooperation. The forum brings together African leaders, officials, and experts to discuss ways to address the continent's challenges and promote development. Egypt's hosting of the forum reflects its commitment to promoting African cooperation and peace.
The joint committee meeting between Egypt and Equatorial Guinea is a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations and promoting cooperation between the two countries. The meeting's outcomes are expected to contribute to enhancing economic, cultural, and political cooperation between Egypt and Equatorial Guinea. The two countries are expected to continue coordinating and consulting on various issues.
Key points
- Egypt and Equatorial Guinea have agreed to enhance cooperation in various fields, including economic, investment, and cultural cooperation.
- The two countries have signed several memoranda of understanding to promote cooperation in areas such as agriculture, culture, tourism, and fish farming.
- The meeting reflects the strong relations between Egypt and Equatorial Guinea and their mutual desire to promote peace and stability in Africa.
