Greece and Egypt signed a strategic partnership agreement on Wednesday, marking a pivotal step in deepening their bilateral relations.
The accord was sealed during the inaugural Greece-Egypt High-level Cooperation Council held in Athens, attended by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
At a joint news conference, Mitsotakis hailed the agreement as a testament to the nations’ shared will to broaden cooperation across key sectors.
He noted that newly signed memorandums of cooperation pave the way for stronger ties in shipping, trade, education, culture, and the economy.
Mitsotakis also commended Egypt’s mediation efforts in Gaza, especially its role in pushing for a ceasefire and delivering humanitarian aid.
Reiterating Greece’s position, he stressed that a two-state solution remains the only viable path to resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
“Our country is ready to support any initiative aimed at advancing peace and regional stability,” he said.
President el-Sisi echoed the commitment to deepening ties, highlighting Cairo’s interest in boosting cooperation in energy, transportation, tourism, and cultural exchange.
He also emphasised the potential for electrical interconnection projects, underscoring mutual benefits in the energy sector.
The agreement signals a tightening geopolitical alignment between Athens and Cairo, grounded in shared interests and regional challenges.
It marks not only a diplomatic milestone but also a strategic recalibration as both nations seek greater influence in the Eastern Mediterranean.