Cairo: Deputy Foreign Minister Mohamed Abu Bakr praised the remarkable development of Egyptian-Japanese relations across various fields, emphasizing the strategic partnership between the two countries, which is grounded in mutual respect and shared views on international issues.According to State Information Service Egypt, Abu Bakr made these remarks during a meeting with Japanese Deputy Foreign Minister Yohei Onishi. The meeting, held on Friday, August 7, 2026, focused on advancing bilateral relations and included discussions on regional and international developments.The deputy foreign minister reiterated Egypt's dedication to maintaining close coordination with Japan and pursuing joint efforts to enhance bilateral cooperation. The discussions explored expanding collaboration in political, economic, trade, and investment sectors, along with initiatives in education, technology transfer, digital transformation, and infrastructure development.Both sides reviewed regional and international developments, particularly in the Middle East, sharing insights on current situations and the challenges facing the region. Abu Bakr emphasized the importance of intensifying international efforts to de-escalate regional tensions, restore stability, and promote diplomatic solutions, highlighting the need to adhere to international law principles.Japanese Deputy Foreign Minister Yohei Onishi expressed appreciation for Egypt's pivotal role in supporting regional security and stability, praising its mediation and conflict resolution efforts. He reiterated Japan's commitment to strengthening cooperation with Egypt and advancing the bilateral partnership to benefit both nations.The meeting also discussed preparations for the upcoming Business Summit in El Alamein, coinciding with the African Union Mid-Year Coordination Summit. Abu Bakr expressed hope for participation from Japanese companies in Egypt and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The Japanese side welcomed the initiative, showing interest in explori ng participation avenues to further economic cooperation between the two countries.