Belarus, Egypt focus on regional problems and bilateral ties
On September 22nd, Cairo hosted the sixth round of the Belarusian and Egyptian foreign ministries’ consultations with participation of Belarus’ Deputy Foreign Minister, Mikalai Barysevich, and the Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for European Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Badr Abdel Aty – as informed by the Belarusian Foreign Ministry’s press service
The consultations were also attended by deputy ministers of tourism, supply and internal trade, education and scientific research of Egypt.
The sides discussed a whole range of issues on the Belarusian-Egyptian agenda, as well as regional problems. They recognised the positive dynamics and appreciated the results of the implementation of certain industrial co-operation projects, while also discussing bilateral steps to promote contacts in the field of education, sci-tech and humanitarian co-operation, and improve the contractual and legal framework of bilateral relations.
Special attention was paid to the issues of trade, economic, credit and investment collaboration between the two countries. The agenda of a next meeting of the Belarusian-Egyptian Intergovernmental Commission and preparations for the 3rd Belarusian-African Economic Forum were discussed as well.
The sides stressed their readiness for further active co-operation and mutual support on international platforms.
During his visit to Cairo, Mr. Barysevich also met with the First Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry of Egypt – Ahmed Maghawry Diab, the Assistant Secretary General of the League of Arab States on Political Issues – Khalil Ibrahim Al Thawadi, the Secretary General of the Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce – Alaa Ezz, the Chairman of the Egyptian part of the Belarusian-Egyptian Business Council – Ahmed Kelani, the Chairman of the Egyptian Council for Sustainable Development – Motaz Raslan, as well as with representatives of Egyptian businesses.
