Cairo:Egypt is seeking to deepen its relations with Malta, aiming for enhanced cooperation both bilaterally and within the European Union. This was highlighted by Assistant Foreign Minister for European Affairs Wael Hamed during a meeting with Malta’s Permanent Secretary at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and European Affairs, Christopher Cutajar, and his delegation.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the meeting included technical and legal consultations on expanding cooperation in multiple fields. Representatives from different departments of Egypt’s Foreign Ministry participated in these discussions. Key areas of focus were transport, logistics, trade, investment, and renewable energy, with special emphasis on establishing maritime links and connecting ports between the two nations.

The discussions also considered the potential export of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Malta, as well as issues concerning migration and skilled labor mobility. Hamed expressed support for efforts to establish a direct flight route between Cairo and Valletta. Both parties agreed to conduct the next round of political consultations at the level of assistant foreign ministers in Valletta next year.

Further talks addressed regional concerns, including the Ukraine crisis, cooperation within the European Union, and developments in Iran, Libya, Sudan, and the Gaza Strip.