FM: Egypt, Burkina Faso ties gains momentum recently
Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty, on Tuesday September 1, 2026, said that the relations between Egypt and Burkina Faso have gained increasing momentum recently, reflecting the fraternal ties between the two countries and their political will to strengthen bilateral relations and encourage businessmen to establish joint investments.…
On September 1, 2026, Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelatty, reported that relations between Egypt and Burkina Faso have grown stronger recently. This development came from a joint press conference held following meetings between the two countries' foreign ministers. Abdelatty welcomed Burkina Faso's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Karamoko Jean Marie Traore, and his delegation, emphasizing the significance of the visit to Cairo.
Abdelatty praised the close cooperation and strong relations between Egypt and Burkina Faso, reflecting the fraternal ties between the two nations. Both countries agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in various domains, as directed by their respective presidents, Abdel Fattah El Sisi and Captain Ibrahim Traore. Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt's commitment to supporting Sahel states in their fight against terrorism, including Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.
He also noted that talks addressed Egypt's readiness to provide Burkina Faso with all possible support in counterterrorism efforts, including training courses, capacity-building programs, and medical support.
The discussions explored investment and trade opportunities, with a business forum currently underway and scheduled to take place in El Alamein from October 2 to 4. The forum aims to bring together African presidents, major African companies, and business leaders. Abdelatty highlighted that Egypt seeks to expand its investments across Africa, currently amounting to nearly $14 billion, and that a number of specific projects have been identified for implementation in the food, energy, and pharmaceutical sectors.
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