The ACUD and the Embassy of Côte d’Ivoire have signed an agreement for a new embassy headquarters in the New Administrative Capital’s Diplomatic District. This initiative emphasizes the strengthening of diplomatic relations and the promise of advanced infrastructure in the area, following similar embassies’ relocation efforts.
The Administrative Capital for Urban Development (ACUD) has officially signed a land sale agreement with the Embassy of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire in Cairo. This agreement involves a 5,000-square-meter plot intended for the construction of the new embassy headquarters and the ambassador’s residence, located in the Diplomatic District of the New Administrative Capital (NAC). The agreement was formalized by Khaled Abbas, ACUD Chairperson, and Albert G. Dole, Côte d’Ivoire’s Ambassador to Egypt.
Ambassador Dole conveyed his appreciation for the embassy’s relocation, remarking, “We are delighted to be in the NAC, following the directives of the Ivorian President. This move is a testament to the strong ties between our two nations. We also extend our gratitude to ACUD for facilitating the contract signing in record time.” He noted that the NAC’s infrastructure and environment represent significant advancements in urban development, underlining the importance of having the embassy situated in the Diplomatic District.
Khaled Abbas expressed gratitude towards Ambassador Dole during the signing ceremony. He stated, “We are pleased to sign this agreement, paving the way for the embassy’s relocation to the Diplomatic District in the New Administrative Capital. The presence of Côte d’Ivoire’s embassy is a valuable addition to the district.” Abbas also highlighted the ongoing trend of embassies relocating to the NAC, reinforcing its position as an emerging diplomatic hub.
The first phase master plan for the New Administrative Capital features the Diplomatic District, which is designed to accommodate all foreign embassies and diplomatic missions that are currently distributed throughout Cairo. This relocation initiative aims to establish a centralized, modern diplomatic hub, enhancing the capital’s status as a key global and regional diplomatic center.
The agreement with Côte d’Ivoire’s embassy aligns with ACUD’s strategy to attract more diplomatic missions to the New Capital, following previous agreements, including a recent one with the Embassy of Algeria in Cairo.
In conclusion, the signing of the land sale agreement between ACUD and the Embassy of Côte d’Ivoire marks a significant development in the establishment of a modern diplomatic hub in the New Administrative Capital. Both parties expressed enthusiasm for this project, which reflects the strong diplomatic ties between the two nations and the growing number of embassies relocating to the area. The initiative aims to enhance the New Capital’s status as a global and regional diplomatic center.
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