Reported by: Amr Yehia
Mexico’s Ambassador to Egypt Leonora Rueda Gutiérrez said that Mexico and Egypt share common grounds on the international scale as part of a long-standing multi-faceted relationship.
According to Gutiérrez, literary collaboration reached new heights this year by establishing a contest to translate Mexican literature into Arabic, thanks to the National Centre of Translators.
“Now, as a result of its second edition, you can find in Arabic ‘The White Dragon and Other Forgotten Characters’ by the Mexican author Adolfo Córdova,” said Gutiérrez.
The Mexican ambassador noted that Mexicans and Egyptians take pride in their rich gastronomy and culinary traditions, as they share a deep appreciation for the power of food in bringing people together.
“Whether it’s the comforting warmth of a morning foul plate in Egypt or black beans in Mexico, our cuisines reflect rich histories and the importance we place on family and traditions; all these ties are complemented by shared challenges,” she said.
“As nations of migration, we understand the experience of having loved ones abroad and the importance of extending a hand to those from outside. The protection of our cultural heritage is fundamental for both countries,” she added.
“The search for and recovery of historical artefacts stolen or taken out of our countries illegally have opened new avenues for extensive cooperation. Thank you, Dr Zahi Hawass for your contribution to this end,” she said.
“We are also nations that stand in solidarity with our brothers, mediating conflicts and building bridges through dialogue and peace,” Gutiérrez noted.
“This commitment has been internationally recognized through two extraordinary figures who embody our pacifist foreign policies: Nobel Peace Prize laureates Anwar El-Sadat (1978) and Alfonso García Robles (1982). Their tireless efforts for peace and the defense of international law continue to shape the foreign policies of both countries in these challenging times,” she added.
“We are confident that Mexico and Egypt will continue to support each other’s tireless efforts to achieve peace for our people and those in conflict,” concluded Gutiérrez.
* Source: AhramOnline..
