French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Egypt on Sunday, 6 April, for a three-day official visit aimed at strengthening political and economic ties between the two nations and on Monday, April 7, Macron and Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi marked a significant step in bilateral relations, signing several agreements, memorandums of understanding (MoUs) and a joint statement at the Ittihadiya Palace. The visit marks the elevation of Egypt’s relations with France to the level of a strategic partnership, highlighting their shared commitment to regional stability and cooperation, with a particular focus on recent developments in Gaza. The signed MoUs cover a wide range of sectors, including a declaration of intent between the Egyptian and French Ministries of Health, which aims to strengthen bilateral health ties. Additionally, an agreement was reached to establish a French health center in Cairo, further enhancing healthcare collaboration. Another key development was the agreement to implement a roadmap for the city’s sixth metro line, aimed at improving Cairo’s public transportation infrastructure. In the field of education, both countries signed a declaration of intent between their Ministries of Higher Education and a joint declaration to implement priority projects. …
Macron Strengthens Ties with Egypt and Pushes for Ceasefire in Gaza
April 8, 2025
