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Daily News Egypt
an hour ago
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
Egypt, Sierra Leone discuss cooperation in civil aviation
Minister of Civil Aviation Sameh El-Hefny met with Alhaji Fanday Turay, Minister of Transport and Aviation of the Republic of Sierra Leone, in line with directives from Egypt's political leadership to strengthen bilateral relations with African nations. The meeting aimed to explore opportunities for cooperation in training, maintenance, air navigation, aviation services, and the exchange of expertise. Discussions focused on expanding cooperation across key areas, particularly the development of airport infrastructure and the enhancement of training programmes for technical and administrative staff. The two sides also considered updating and broadening the scope of the existing Memorandum of Understanding to reflect regional and international developments in the civil aviation sector, supporting shared development objectives. At the outset of the meeting, El-Hefny emphasised Egypt's commitment to deepening ties with African countries across multiple fields, with civil aviation identified as a crucial pillar for advancing continental integration and economic growth. He affirmed that the Ministry of Civil Aviation stands ready to provide technical and training support to Sierra Leone, drawing on the expertise of the Egyptian Aviation Academy and the EgyptAir Training Academy. El-Hefny also highlighted that Egyptian-African cooperation in air transport extends beyond technical collaboration to include efforts that advance comprehensive development, through enhancing air connectivity, knowledge transfer, and capacity building. This approach, he noted, aligns with Egypt's vision of fostering sustainable development across Africa through greater regional integration. For his part, Alhaji Fanday Turay expressed Sierra Leone's desire to establish a strategic partnership with Egypt, particularly to benefit from Egyptian expertise in human resource development, airport infrastructure, and improving aviation security and safety standards. He described the visit as an important step towards opening broader avenues of cooperation with Egypt, which he praised as a successful model for civil aviation advancement on the continent. 'We highly value Egypt's leading role in Africa and look forward to drawing on its experience to build a modern and efficient aviation system in Sierra Leone,' Turay said. He also expressed hope for tangible progress through joint training programmes, technical exchange visits, and exploring direct air connectivity between Cairo and Freetown — a move that would help boost trade, tourism, and cultural exchange between the two countries. At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides reaffirmed the importance of ongoing coordination and deepening cooperation in training and technical qualification. Such efforts aim to prepare specialised personnel to meet the growing needs of Sierra Leone's aviation sector, while also enhancing Egyptian-African collaboration in this strategically vital field.
Scoop
14 hours ago
- Business
- Scoop
US, Malaysia Sign NCMOU And Launch Negotiations For A Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement
July 10, 2025 Today, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan of Malaysia signed a Memorandum of Understanding Concerning Strategic Civil Nuclear Cooperation (NCMOU) with the aim of advancing peaceful nuclear cooperation between the United States and Malaysia. The United States and Malaysia enjoy a longstanding and multifaceted diplomatic relationship strengthened by decades of cooperation in security, energy, and commerce. The signing of this NCMOU marks an important step toward establishing a robust civil nuclear partnership between the United States and Malaysia. In addition, the two countries have launched negotiations on a civil nuclear cooperation agreement. The launching of negotiations for a civil nuclear cooperation agreement (123 Agreement) advances the Trump Administration's Executive Order 14299, 'Deploying Advanced Nuclear Reactor Technologies for National Security' and will promote international civil nuclear cooperation; advance American energy dominance, establish multidecade strategic energy partnerships with U.S. allies and partners; and promote the highest international standards of nuclear safety, security, and nonproliferation. 123 Agreements establish a legally binding framework for significant peaceful nuclear cooperation between the United States and its partners, providing a foundation for long-term, strategic civil nuclear partnerships globally. 123 Agreements also aid the United States economy by promoting U.S. commercial competitiveness in the global civil nuclear market and providing greater opportunities for increased civil nuclear sales globally.
The Print
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Print
US, Malaysia sign MoU on civil nuclear cooperation, State Department says
(Reuters) -U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Malaysia's Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan on civil nuclear cooperation, the State Department said in a statement on Thursday. 'The signing of this… marks an important step toward establishing a robust civil nuclear partnership between the United States and Malaysia,' the State Department said.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
AS runding dengan negara ASEAN mengenai tarif, peluang pelarasan kadar masih terbuka
Malaysia's Foreign Minister, Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan (right) with US Secretary Of State, Marco Rubio during the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony at the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) and related meetings at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre today - BERNAMA
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia and US strengthen ties in trade, security, and nuclear cooperation
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and the United States have reinforced their commitment to enhancing bilateral ties across trade, security, defence, and emerging sectors. The reaffirmation came during a meeting between Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM). The Malaysian Foreign Ministry stated that both nations acknowledged the vast potential for expanding cooperation into new areas that would benefit their citizens. 'Both sides reflected on the longstanding relations between Malaysia and the United States, built over decades on a foundation of mutual respect, trust, and shared interests,' the ministry said. Discussions also covered regional and global developments, with both parties expressing optimism for continued engagement. A key highlight was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Strategic Civil Nuclear Cooperation, marking a significant step in US support for Malaysia's nuclear energy sector. The agreement facilitates collaboration in technical expertise, regulatory frameworks, workforce training, and nuclear applications in agriculture, industry, and healthcare. The 58th AMM, held under Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship 2025, focuses on inclusivity and sustainability. Over 1,500 delegates from ASEAN and partner nations are attending 24 ministerial-level meetings over four days. Notably, Malaysia was Secretary Rubio's sole stop in Asia, highlighting the importance of US-Malaysia relations. - Bernama
