Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi returned to Cairo on Monday, October 12, 2026, after completing a successful Asian tour that included visits to South Korea, Malaysia, and Indonesia. During his tour, El-Sisi signed 20 agreements aimed at strengthening economic and investment cooperation between Egypt and the visited countries. The agreements cover various sectors, including petrochemicals, agriculture, automotive manufacturing, and fisheries. El-Sisi expressed his satisfaction with the tour, highlighting the strong will of the visited countries to enhance cooperation with Egypt.
El-Sisi praised the warm reception he received during his visits to the Asian countries, expressing his gratitude to the leaders of Korea, Malaysia, and Indonesia for their hospitality. He also commended the Egyptian people for their large presence during his visits, which reflected the country's growing stature on the international stage. According to El-Sisi, the tour demonstrated the strong relationships between Egypt and the visited countries, which are based on mutual respect and trust.
The Egyptian President emphasized that the tour reflected Egypt's efforts to diversify its international partnerships and attract foreign investment. He highlighted the country's competitive advantages, including its strategic location, large market, and young population. El-Sisi also stressed that Egypt is committed to implementing the agreements signed during the tour, which are expected to boost economic growth and create new job opportunities.
Dr. Ghobashi, a senior official, said that El-Sisi's Asian tour reflects Egypt's shift towards diversifying its international partnerships and strengthening economic cooperation with Asian countries. He added that the tour is a significant step towards achieving Egypt's economic goals, including increasing foreign investment and promoting economic growth.
During his visits, El-Sisi held talks with the leaders of the visited countries, including South Korean President, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, and Indonesian President. The talks focused on ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in various fields, including trade, investment, and culture. El-Sisi also met with business leaders and investors, highlighting Egypt's investment opportunities and incentives.
El-Sisi's tour also included a visit to the Indonesian capital, Jakarta, where he met with Indonesian President and discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations. The two leaders issued a joint statement, calling for accelerating efforts to build a more dynamic and resilient partnership between Egypt and Indonesia. They also discussed regional and international issues, including the situation in the Middle East and the fight against terrorism.
The President's tour has been widely covered in Egyptian media, with many analysts praising the success of the visit and its potential impact on Egypt's economy. Dr. Bilal Shuaib, an economist, said that the tour is a significant step towards promoting Egypt's economy and attracting foreign investment. He added that the agreements signed during the tour will help to boost economic growth and create new job opportunities.
Key points
- President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi signed 20 agreements with Korea, Malaysia, and Indonesia during his Asian tour.
- The agreements cover various sectors, including petrochemicals, agriculture, automotive manufacturing, and fisheries.
- El-Sisi praised the warm reception he received during his visits to the Asian countries and commended the Egyptian people for their large presence during his visits.
