Ashraf AboArafe
India and Egypt held the 13th Round of India-Egypt External Affairs Consultations in New Delhi on 5 December 2024. The consultations were co-chaired by Mr. Arun Kumar Chatterjee, Secretary, Consular Affairs, Passports & Visas and Overseas Indians from the Indian side and Ambassador Ahmed Shaheen, Assistant Foreign Minister for Asian Affairs from the Egyptian side.
2- The discussions reviewed various aspects of bilateral relations between India and Egypt and both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership. The two sides also discussed ways to deepen the existing relations in the political, economic, social and cultural spheres. The two sides also exchanged views on important regional and global issues of mutual interest.
3- India and Egypt enjoy cordial and friendly relations based on historical and civilizational ties. The two countries cooperate in various multilateral fora. The discussions held today will contribute to strengthening the bilateral partnership between India and Egypt.
4. The two sides agreed to hold the next round of Foreign Ministry consultations in Egypt at a mutually convenient date.
