Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met with Alexei Likhachev, Director General of Russia's state nuclear energy corporation Rosatom, in Moscow on Thursday, October 29, 2026. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the third Russia-Africa Summit. According to the Egyptian presidency, President Sisi expressed his appreciation for the cooperation with Rosatom in building the Dabaa nuclear power plant. He emphasized the importance of this project in increasing Egypt's renewable energy production.
President Sisi stressed the need for joint coordination to implement the project within the specified timeframe. He also expressed his appreciation for the progress made in the project's various stages. The Egyptian president highlighted the project's significance in meeting Egypt's electricity and energy needs. The meeting was attended by Egyptian officials, including Ambassador Mohamed El-Shenawy, the presidential spokesperson.
Ambassador El-Shenawy stated that Alexei Likhachev expressed his deep appreciation for the cooperation with Egypt in building the Dabaa nuclear power plant. Likhachev also acknowledged the support received from Egypt in this regard. He emphasized Rosatom's commitment to exerting maximum effort to complete the project successfully. Likhachev reviewed the project's implementation status and the progress made in its various stages.
The Dabaa nuclear power plant project is a significant development in Egypt's energy sector. The project aims to increase Egypt's renewable energy production and meet its growing electricity needs. Rosatom is playing a crucial role in the project's implementation. The project's progress is being closely monitored by Egyptian officials.
President Sisi's visit to Moscow is part of his participation in the third Russia-Africa Summit. The summit aims to strengthen ties between Russia and African countries. Egypt is one of the key participants in the summit. The meeting between President Sisi and Likhachev highlights the growing cooperation between Egypt and Russia in the energy sector.
The Egyptian-Russian cooperation in the energy sector is expected to continue in the coming years. The Dabaa nuclear power plant project is a significant milestone in this cooperation. Egyptian officials are optimistic about the project's progress and its impact on Egypt's energy sector. The project is expected to enhance Egypt's energy security and contribute to its economic growth.
The meeting between President Sisi and Likhachev reflects the strong bilateral relations between Egypt and Russia. The two countries have been strengthening their ties in various sectors, including energy and trade. The visit is expected to pave the way for further cooperation between the two countries in the future.
Key points
- President Sisi emphasizes the importance of the Dabaa nuclear power plant project in increasing Egypt's renewable energy production.
- The project aims to meet Egypt's growing electricity needs and enhance its energy security.
- Rosatom is committed to completing the project successfully and within the specified timeframe.
