Archive · 30 Jul 2026
India, Egypt Deepen Cooperation in Africa and Industry
India’s ambassador in Cairo, Suresh Reddy, met several Egyptian officials to talk about working together more closely.
They discussed how to help each other grow in factories, trade, and jobs.
They also talked about making it easier for Indian companies to invest in Egypt.
The talks were part of a bigger plan to make India and Egypt partners in Africa.
The goal is to help both countries grow and create more jobs.
India’s Ambassador Suresh Reddy met Egyptian Deputy Minister Mohamed Abu Bakr Saleh to discuss the India‑Egypt Strategic Partnership.
Meetings covered industrial development, investment facilitation, and technology partnerships.
The ambassador also met Minister Khaled Hashem, Chairman Waleid Gamal El‑Dien, and Minister Hassan Raddad to discuss industry, investment, and skill development.
Discussions highlighted growing Indian investment in the Suez Canal Economic Zone across textiles, chemicals, and manufacturing.
Both sides aimed to create a more conducive environment for investors and strengthen workforce mobility.
- Who
- India’s Ambassador to Egypt Suresh Reddy and Egyptian officials including Deputy Minister Mohamed Abu Bakr Saleh, Minister Khaled Hashem, Chairman Waleid Gamal El‑Dien, and Minister Hassan Raddad
- What
- Meetings to explore deeper cooperation in Africa, industrial development, investment, and skill development
- When
- Thursday (exact date not specified)
- Where
- Cairo, Egypt
- Why
- To strengthen the India‑Egypt Strategic Partnership and expand economic ties across Africa
- Meeting participants
- Suresh Reddy, Mohamed Abu Bakr Saleh, Khaled Hashem, Waleid Gamal El‑Dien, Hassan Raddad
- Focus areas
- Industrial development, investment facilitation, skill development, labour laws
- Location
- Cairo, Egypt
- Date
- Thursday (exact date not specified)
- Outcome
- Explored opportunities to deepen India‑Egypt cooperation in Africa and industry