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Al-Ahram Weekly
4 days ago
- Business
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt, Turkey hold political consultations ahead of first Joint Planning Group meeting - Foreign Affairs
Senior Egyptian and Turkish officials have held political consultations in Cairo ahead of the inaugural meeting of a joint planning group aimed at coordinating bilateral cooperation and regional policy between the two countries. The talks, held at Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the New Administrative Capital, were led by Wael Hamed, Egypt's Assistant Foreign Minister for European Affairs, and Burhanettin Duran, Turkey's Deputy Foreign Minister. The joint planning group, to be chaired by the foreign ministers of both countries, will oversee cooperation in a wide range of areas and act as a platform for exchanging views on regional and international developments. Egypt's foreign ministry said in a Tuesday statement that the talks reflected a shared interest in strengthening relations and expanding collaboration in fields including trade, investment, energy, transport, and civil aviation. Officials discussed plans to increase bilateral trade to $15 billion over the next five years, up from around $9 billion, and to attract more Turkish investment to Egypt, particularly in the textiles and home appliances sectors. The talks also covered incentives available in the Suez Canal Economic Zone and the formation of a task force under Egypt's cabinet to support Turkish investors. Other topics included regulating the Egyptian labour movement to Turkey and finalizing several draft agreements currently under negotiation. On regional issues, the delegations exchanged views on the Middle East, including Iran's nuclear programme and the war in Ukraine. Egypt outlined its role in ceasefire efforts in Gaza and plans for reconstruction while briefing the Turkish side on its positions regarding Libya, the Sahel, Sudan, the Horn of Africa, and Red Sea security. The Turkish delegation was reported to have welcomed Egypt's regional role, particularly its contribution to stability in key conflict zones. Both sides agreed to maintain momentum in bilateral ties by continuing high-level visits and following up on the implementation of agreements discussed during the consultations. Warming ties The consultations follow Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty's visit to Istanbul earlier this month. There, he met with Turkish business leaders on the sidelines of an Organization of Islamic Cooperation ministerial meeting. Relations between Cairo and Ankara have improved markedly after a decade of tension. In September 2024, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan co-chaired the inaugural session of the High-level Strategic Cooperation Council in Ankara — a body created during Erdoğan's visit to Cairo earlier that year. In a joint declaration following that meeting, both presidents instructed the joint planning group to begin work on expanding cooperation across political, economic, and security fields. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Libya Review
4 days ago
- Business
- Libya Review
Libya Tops Agenda in Egypt-Turkey Talks
Egypt and Turkey have held high-level political consultations in Cairo, focusing on regional developments in Libya, the Sahel, the Horn of Africa, Sudan, and the Red Sea region. The discussions were led by Egyptian Assistant Foreign Minister for European Affairs, Ambassador Wael Hamed, and Turkish Deputy Foreign Minister Burhanettin Duran. The meeting marks a continuation of efforts by both countries to strengthen diplomatic coordination on regional security and cooperation. Ambassador Hamed briefed the Turkish side on Egypt's positions regarding the ongoing crises in the region, particularly in Libya and Sudan, as well as the growing importance of Red Sea security and its direct impact on Suez Canal navigation and global trade. The Turkish delegation acknowledged Egypt's central role in supporting regional stability and praised its diplomatic efforts in conflict zones across Africa and the Middle East. At the conclusion of the consultations, both sides agreed to continue high-level official visits and maintain regular coordination on regional and international matters of mutual concern. Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations. Libya's economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya's economy. The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions. The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition. Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges. Tags: AfricaEgyptlibyaRed SeaSudanTurkey
See - Sada Elbalad
5 days ago
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Türkiye & Egypt Hold Political Consultations in Cairo
Rana Atef On Monday, Türkiye and Egypt held political consultations in Cairo after a long hiatus, the Turkish Ambassador to Cairo posted on X. The Turkish Ambassador, Salih Mutlu Şen, said that the talks were co-chaired by Deputy Minister Burhanettin Duran and Egypt's Assistant to Foreign Minister for European Affairs, Ambassador Wael Hamed. The Ambassador highlighted in his post, "Discussions focused on bilateral ties and regional issues. Both sides stressed trade and economy constitute crux of bilateral cooperation." "The consultations were cordial and positive. Thank you for the warm hospitality extended to our delegation," he added. After a long hiatus, Türkiye and Egypt held political consultations in Cairo, co-chaired by Deputy Minister Burhanettin Duran and Egypt's Asst. Foreign Minister for European Affairs Amb Wael Hamed. Discussions focused on bilateral ties and regional issues. Both sides stressed… — Salih Mutlu Şen (@TurkishCairoAmb) June 23, 2025 read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
Yemen Online
06-04-2025
- Business
- Yemen Online
Second round of Türkiye-UAE consultations on Africa to be held in Abu Dhabi
Discussions to focus on developments in Africa, explore potential areas of cooperation across the continent. The second round of Türkiye-United Arab Emirates consultations on Africa will be held in Abu Dhabi on Monday, according to the Turkish Foreign Ministry. Turkish Deputy Foreign Minister Burhanettin Duran and UAE's State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shahbut bin Nahyan Al Nahyan will co-chair the consultations. The discussions will focus on developments in Africa and explore potential areas of cooperation in economy, investment, and development across the continent. The decision to hold regular consultations on Africa was made during President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's visit to the UAE in February 2022, following a meeting between the foreign ministers of both nations. In line with this agreement, the first Türkiye-UAE consultations on Africa took place in Ankara on Oct. 10, 2023.
