ISLAMABAD/CAIRO – Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi arrived in the capital Egypt on a two-day visit of the brotherly country to hold in-depth discussion with his Egyptian counterpart Sameh Hassan Shoukry on bilateral relations.
The Pakistani minister was warmly received at Cairo airport by Assistant Foreign Minister of Egypt Tariq Al-Wasmi, Charge d’Affaires at Pakistan’s Embassy in Cairo Shah Nazar Khan and senior officials, according to state-run media.
Pleased to arrive in Egypt on invitation of Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry. Ahead of tomorrow’s official consultations, great to meet with a delegation of prominent Egyptian businessmen to discuss investment in Pakistan and the strengthening of our #economicdiplomacy footprint. pic.twitter.com/cflTr9KNeQ
— Shah Mahmood Qureshi (@SMQureshiPTI) February 16, 2021
Besides holding discussions with the Egyptian Foreign Minister and other senior officials for the promotion of bilateral relations and cooperation in diverse areas, Foreign Minister Qureshi will also hold a special meeting with the business community in Cairo.
During the visit, he will also visit the Headquarters of Arab League in Cairo and hold meeting with the Secretary General of Arab League.