Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry and his Japanese counterpart Toshimitsu Motegi underscored the deeply-rooted relations binding the two countries in all domains.
Speaking to reporters, Shoukry welcomed the visit of the Japanese minister to Cairo, the first stop of his current regional tour.
He said Motegi met President Abdel Fattah El Sisi earlier in the day and discussed boosting bilateral co-operation in the political, economic and cultural domains.
Sisi reiterated Egypt’s keenness on enhancing existing cooperation with Japan based on mutual trust and respect.
Shoukry said he held an expanded meeting with his Japanese counterpart on promising opportunities for economic co-operation between the two countries given Egypt’s strategic location that allows it to access the Middle East and Africa.
Talks tackled regional issues, including the latest developments in the Palestinian territories and the situation in Syria, Iraq and Yemen.
Shoukry said he discussed with the Japanese official other important topics, including nuclear non-proliferation, Japan’s efforts in enhancing development efforts in the African continent and preparations for TICAD meetings.
He expressed appreciation for Japan’s efforts in achieving regional and international stability and contribution to Aswan Forum for Sustainable Peace and Development and Cairo Center for Conflict Resolution and Peacekeeping in Africa (CCCPA).
Shoukry congratulated Japan on the successful organization of the Tokyo Olympic Games, hoping of more support from it to help boost Egypt’s development march.
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