Cairo:Transport Minister Kamel El-Wazir has emphasized the need to bolster Egypt's cooperation with Hungary in various transport sectors, particularly in railways. The focus is on exchanging expertise and advanced technologies to modernize railway systems and enhance passenger services.

According to State Information Service Egypt, El-Wazir, during his visit to Hungary, met with Hungarian Minister of Transport and Public Works Dávid Vitézy. He expressed gratitude for the strong bilateral ties and reaffirmed the commitment to expanding cooperation and technical coordination between the two countries.

The discussions included expanding cooperation in transport sectors, with a focus on railways, and reviewing joint project progress. They agreed on delivering 44 new passenger railcars, comprising four first-class coaches, six buffet cars, and 34 second-class coaches, to the Egyptian National Railways, which will support fleet modernization.

Wazir outlined a comprehensive railway modernization plan for Egypt, involving infrastructure upgrades and local manufacturing expansion. He highlighted the significance of partnerships with international companies for technology transfer, particularly benefiting from Hungary's expertise in railway coach manufacturing and maintenance.

At the meeting's conclusion, both ministers reiterated their commitment to close coordination and exploring new partnership opportunities in the transport sector to enhance Egypt-Hungary relations.