Key Takeaways
- The 10th Round of Pakistan-Egypt Annual Bilateral Consultations was held virtually.
- Both sides agreed to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment, education and culture.
- Next round of consultations will be held in Cairo on mutually convenient dates.
The 10th Round of Pakistan-Egypt Annual Bilateral Consultations (ABC) was conducted virtually on Tuesday. The Pakistani delegation, led by Additional Secretary (Middle East) Zahid Hussain, engaged with the Egyptian side headed by Assistant Foreign Minister for Asian Affairs Ambassador Amr Hamza.
Senior officials from both countries participated in the consultations, including Aamir Shouket, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Egypt, and Ihab Mohamed Abdelhamid Hassan, Egypt’s Ambassador to Pakistan. The discussions provided a platform for reviewing bilateral relations comprehensively.
The two sides highlighted the close coordination between their leadership on regional and international issues, which continues to drive the growing partnership. They discussed a wide range of topics, from trade and investment to education, culture, science, and information technology, emphasizing the importance of people-to-people exchanges.
Both delegations agreed to further strengthen cooperation in various areas of mutual interest. They committed to promoting greater engagement through high-level exchanges and maintaining regular dialogue. The consultations underscored the warm and fraternal relations between Pakistan and Egypt.
Expressing satisfaction with the positive trajectory of bilateral ties, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to close cooperation and mutual support at multilateral forums such as the United Nations and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
The Foreign Office stated that the consultations reflected the strong bond between the two nations. Both delegations agreed to hold the next round of Annual Bilateral Consultations in Cairo on mutually convenient dates, ensuring sustained engagement and collaboration.
The outcome of these consultations is expected to enhance bilateral relations further, paving the way for increased cooperation and mutual benefits.
