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Cairo Governor Dr. Ibrahim Saber attended a celebration hosted by the Egyptian-Chinese Friendship Association, commemorating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China and the 10th anniversary of the launch of the comprehensive strategic partnership between Egypt and China. The event took place at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization.

The event was attended by Ambassador Ali Al-Hafni, Vice President of the Egyptian-Chinese Friendship Association, and Ambassador Liao Liqiang, the Chinese Ambassador to Cairo.

In his speech, Saber emphasized that Egyptian-Chinese relations have experienced continuous development across various fields since the establishment of diplomatic relations on May 30, 1956. He noted that Egypt was the first Arab and African country to establish diplomatic ties with the People's Republic of China.

Saber stated that today's celebration reflects the strength and sustainability of the relationship between the two countries, which has endured for more than six decades.

Moreover, Saber stated that Egyptian-Chinese relations under President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi have entered a rapidly advancing phase of prosperity. These relations are not only rooted in the traditional historical friendship between two ancient civilizations but are also primarily focused on exploring new opportunities for the future in the era of the new republic.

The current phase of cooperation is based on the comprehensive strategic partnership agreement signed in 2014, which has been reinforced by numerous visits from Egyptian political leaders to China, the most recent of which occurred in May 2024. This has resulted in a significant advancement in expanding and developing relations between the two nations across all sectors, particularly in strengthening economic ties.

Saber also noted that the Cairo Governorate is eager to keep pace with the significant leap in cooperation between the two countries. It has also expedited the activation and implementation of existing friendship and twinning agreements, in addition to ongoing efforts to establish new sister city agreements with several Chinese cities.

Among these agreements, a twinning agreement between Cairo and Beijing, signed on October 28, 1990, is the most significant. Additionally, there is another agreement signed with the city of Xi'an on December 22, 1997, aimed at preserving the cultural heritage of the four ancient capitals.

Cairo also signed two agreements: one with Shanxi Province on April 16, 2008, to establish friendly relations, and another friendship and cooperation agreement with Shenyang on January 30, 2016.

Furthermore, efforts are underway to prepare a memorandum of understanding between Cairo and Shanghai. Saber affirmed that all of the above reflects a mutual commitment to exerting efforts—both historically and currently—to maintain and develop these distinctive relations, as well as to earnestly strive to expand them into broader horizons for the benefit of our two peoples.

Saber noted that the favorable public perception of China among many Egyptians, viewing it as a nation with an ancient civilization that has evolved into one of the world's economic powers and a successful model to emulate, is significant.

Saber also stated that their gathering at the esteemed National Museum of Egyptian Civilization represents a renewed bond in the journey of brotherhood and friendship, enhancing relations between our two countries, Egypt and China. This event reaffirms our commitment to strengthening and solidifying cooperation across all fields, particularly in light of the modern renaissance currently underway in Egypt under the new republic and in alignment with Egypt's Vision 2030.

Saber also confirmed that the Cairo Governorate will work to promote Chinese tourism and attract additional Chinese investments to Cairo. Furthermore, they will activate and facilitate all agreements in a manner that serves the interests of both peoples.

Source: Media department, Cairo Governorate