Egypt, Russia mark 80th anniv. of establishment of diplomatic relations

Egypt and Russia are celebrating on Saturday the 80th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.

Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov have been keen on exchanging greeting letters, which assert the depth of profound Egyptian-Russian relations and eagerness of both sides on maintaining joint action towards fostering cooperation in all fields alongside promoting friendship between the people of both countries, according to a statement issued by the Foreign Ministry on Saturday.

The celebrations to mark the 80th anniversary, which will last for one year, will witness holding a number of events and joint programs that aim to shed light on the history of the distinguished and diversified Egyptian-Russian relations.

Egypt’s Foreign Ministry lit up on Friday night its premises to display the word “Egypt, Russia 80” to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Egypt and Russia