ISLAMABAD – Egypt’s Foreign Minister, Badr Abdelatty, arrived in Pakistan on Friday for a two-day official visit aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation and advancing strategic dialogue between the two nations.
The visit comes on the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and marks an important step in strengthening Pakistan’s engagement with key partners in the Arab world. According to the Foreign Office, the two sides are set to hold in-depth talks covering political, economic, defence, cultural and regional matters — with the situation in Gaza expected to feature prominently in discussions.
During the visit, Abdelatty will participate in delegation-level talks as well as a one-on-one meeting with FM Dar. Both countries will review progress on existing areas of cooperation while exploring new avenues, including enhanced trade, investment opportunities, defence collaboration, and educational exchanges.
Diplomatic observers note that Islamabad and Cairo have been steadily working to reinvigorate ties, particularly amid shifting regional dynamics. Earlier engagements between the two leaderships reaffirmed shared positions on global issues and the need to strengthen Muslim world unity. Analysts say the latest visit may pave the way for agreements that could help bolster Pakistan’s economic diplomacy and expand its partnerships in the Middle East and Africa.
The Foreign Office emphasised that Pakistan values its longstanding relationship with Egypt — a bond rooted in shared history, cultural linkages and mutual strategic interests. The visit is widely seen as a timely effort to energise bilateral cooperation at a moment when regional stability remains a pressing concern.
As high-level talks begin in Islamabad, both sides are expected to reaffirm their commitment to stronger political coordination, deeper economic engagement and joint efforts for peace and stability in the wider region.
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