Cairo, Egypt – (African Boulevard News) – Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, arrived in Egypt on Saturday to hold talks with top Egyptian officials as part of his Africa tour aimed at strengthening economic and cultural ties with the continent.
Modi’s visit to Egypt is significant as the two countries have shared a long history of bilateral ties and are at a critical phase in their relations. According to reports, Modi met with top Egyptian officials on Saturday afternoon and is expected to hold talks with President Abdel Fattah El-Sissi on Sunday.
During his visit, the two countries are expected to sign a set of memorandums aimed at solidifying cooperation in various fields, including agriculture, health, and education. India and Egypt are also expected to hold talks on enhancing bilateral trade and investment between the two countries.
India and Egypt have strong economic and cultural ties, with India being one of Egypt’s largest trading partners. The two countries have also been cooperating in various sectors, including agriculture, health, and education, and have been working together in areas such as science and technology.
Egypt is an important partner for India in the African continent, and Modi’s visit to the country comes at a time when India is looking to strengthen its ties with African nations. Modi’s visit to Egypt is also expected to pave the way for more collaborations between India and other countries in the African region.
“The visit of the Indian Prime Minister to Egypt is a reflection of the close ties between the two countries and is aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in various fields,” said an official statement by the Indian embassy in Cairo.
Modi’s visit to Egypt is part of his Africa tour, which also includes visits to other African nations such as Rwanda, Uganda, and South Africa. The visit is aimed at forging closer economic and cultural ties with the continent and strengthening India’s engagement with Africa.
Overall, Modi’s visit to Egypt is a significant step towards strengthening the relationship between the two countries and is expected to pave the way for more collaborations and partnerships in the future.