CAIRO – Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty said on Sunday Egyptians abroad are part of Egypt’s power and they represent their country’s ambassadors abroad.
They represent Egypt’s image and voice before the entire world, Abdelatty said while opening the fifth edition of “Egyptians Abroad” conference in the presence of a galaxy of ministers, lawmakers, media leaderships and representatives of Egyptian communities abroad.
Abdelatty conveyed President Abdel Fattah El Sisi’s regards to all Egyptians abroad in appreciation of their role in defending it and holding its name high.
He talked about Egyptian expats’ role during June 30, 2013 Revolution in defending the State and explaining to the entire world that what took place in Egypt was a popular revolution.
He said this annual event is important as it provides a chance for a real communication between bodies concerned and Egyptian communities abroad to address all problems facing them.
The foreign minister said annexing the ministry of emigration to the foreign portfolio indicates the State’s keenness on taking care of Egyptians abroad and providing them with all needed support.
He said today conference is a chance to update members of Egyptian communities on current development march under President Abdel Fattah El Sisi.
The top diplomat lauded role played by Egyptians abroad in conveying a civilized image on Egypt in a way that encourages tourism and investment flows.
He called on all Egyptians abroad to boost the overall and sustainable development process in Egypt through investing their savings in homeland through official channels.
The foreign minister stressed that the State is determined to provide Egyptians abroad with all needed guarantees and privileges to invest in their country.
Egypt’s foreign minister said the government’s new program underlines the need to bolster ties with Egyptians abroad.
Abdelatty reiterated keenness on interacting with Egyptians living abroad since the day he was assigned with the foreign portfolio, citing his visits to Djibouti and Qatar.
He said efforts are underway to digitalize all consular services to shorten time needed to finalize them.
He thanked members of the House of Representatives and Senate who were keen to take part in the event, saying some legislative amendments are needed to improve consular services.
