Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty spoke with Benin’s Foreign Minister Olushegun Bakari on March 8, emphasizing bilateral cooperation. They discussed trade, investment, and other key sectors, while Bakari expressed a desire to visit Egypt. The conversation aimed at reinforcing stability and collaboration in Africa.
On March 8, 2023, Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration, Badr Abdelatty, engaged in a telephone conversation with Olushegun Bakari, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Benin. The discussion focused on enhancing bilateral relations and strategies for deeper cooperation between the two nations.
During the conversation, Minister Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s dedication to enhancing collaborative frameworks with Benin across various sectors, namely trade, investment, security, and energy. He committed to supporting Benin’s development initiatives through expanded economic partnerships and the sharing of technical knowledge.
Abdelatty indicated Egypt’s willingness to transfer expertise in pivotal sectors, including construction, infrastructure, electricity and renewable energy, digitization, pharmaceutical manufacturing, mining, and agricultural capabilities. He also mentioned a rising interest from Egyptian companies in exploring investment avenues within Benin.
Moreover, the Minister highlighted the necessity of bolstering cooperation in the pharmaceutical sector, advocating for greater access to Egyptian pharmaceutical products in the Beninese market due to their superior quality and competitive pricing. His intention to enhance institutional collaboration between the foreign ministries of both states included establishing training programs for Beninese diplomats to access Egyptian expertise.
Minister Bakari expressed enthusiasm for a forthcoming visit to Egypt to further solidify bilateral ties. He underscored Benin’s interest in tapping into Egyptian expertise across several domains and commended Egypt’s significant role in promoting development and stability on the African continent.
Additionally, both ministers deliberated on regional and international matters of shared interest. They underscored the importance of ongoing coordination within international platforms to foster stability in Africa and agreed to convene regular meetings to enhance collaborative efforts beneficial to both countries.
The conversation between Egypt and Benin’s foreign ministers marked a significant step toward strengthening bilateral relations. The commitment to enhancing cooperation in various sectors highlights mutual interests in economic development, stability, and shared expertise. Regular meetings and training initiatives are expected to foster a fruitful partnership, promoting stability in the region.
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