2 hrs ago

Xi Urges New Middle East Security Order During Egypt Visit

Xi Takes Swipe at US in Egypt, Urging New Mideast Security Order · livemint.com

Chinese leader Xi Jinping visited Egypt and met President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.

Xi said Middle Eastern countries should have more control over their own security decisions.

He suggested that countries outside the region should interfere less.

His comments appeared to challenge the United States’ strong role in the region.

Xi also said the United Nations should have a bigger role in Middle Eastern affairs.

China offered to help protect shipping routes and support economic development.

China and Egypt signed more than 20 cooperation agreements.

These agreements include work on clean energy, electric cars, artificial intelligence, and trade.

Key facts

Main proposal: Xi urged Middle Eastern countries to consider building a security order free from external interference.
Regional role: Xi said the United Nations should play a greater role in Middle Eastern affairs.
Palestine: Xi said the Palestine issue remains central to the region’s problems and should not be marginalized.
Industrial expansion: Egypt announced the third phase of expanding the China-Egypt industrial area in the Suez Canal Economic Zone.
Cooperation agreements: China and Egypt signed more than 20 cooperation documents.
Economic sectors: The agreements cover renewable energy, electric vehicles, aerospace, artificial intelligence, trade, and supply chains.
Shipping: China said it was willing to work with regional countries to safeguard international shipping lanes.

livemint.com · 2 hrs ago