In a landmark visit on Wednesday, 4 September, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi arrived in Ankara, marking his first visit to Turkey since assuming office in 2014. As part of the historic tripthe historic trip, both the Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Egyptian President Al-Sisi signed a Joint Declaration following the first meeting of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council between Turkey and Egypt. The joint declaration emphasizes the commitment of both countries to elevate their bilateral relations to a strategic level, guided by principles of mutual respect and cooperation. The document highlights the importance of fostering peace, prosperity, and stability in the region, as well as promoting economic cooperation to benefit both nations. Among the key areas of collaboration outlined are renewable energy, infrastructure, and climate change, with both countries expressing a shared commitment to addressing global challenges. Economic Collaboration The declaration signals both countries’ ambition to boost trade relations, with a shared goal to increase their trade volume to USD 15 billion. Additionally, the agreement stresses the importance of improving the investment climate for Turkish and Egyptian businesses and facilitating joint projects, particularly in micro-enterprises and entrepreneurship. Both leaders…
Sisi and Erdogan Sign Joint Declaration, Ushering in New Era of Egypt-Turkey Relations
September 4, 2024
