Egypt positions itself as South Korea's gateway to Africa during Seoul talks
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During a high-level meeting in Seoul on Tuesday, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty presented Egypt as the main strategic entry point for South Korean investments into Africa. Speaking with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung and other African ministers, Abdelatty emphasized Egypt's commitment to enhancing economic, investment, and technological collaboration, particularly in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and green energy. He delivered a letter from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi reaffirming Egypt's dedication to the partnership and lauded the progress made since the South Korean presidential visit to Egypt in November 2025. President Lee commended Egypt's diplomatic efforts in regional de-escalation and stability. Abdelatty also expressed Egypt's support for the Korea-Africa partnership and welcomed the upcoming Korea-Africa Summit in 2029, aiming to broaden political and economic relations across the continent.
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