Tangier:Egyptian Ambassador to Morocco Ahmed Nihad Abdel Latif and Mehdi Tazi-Riffi, CEO and Chairman of Tanger Med Group, held a meeting to discuss expanding cooperation in the areas of ports, industrial zones, and logistics. The meeting took place at the group's headquarters in Tangier, Morocco, and included Egyptian Commercial Counselor in Morocco Moataz Bellah Ali.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the discussions aimed at strengthening economic relations and advancing the shared goal of building a comprehensive economic partnership between the two countries. Abdel Latif highlighted the outcomes of the first session of the Joint Coordination and Follow-up Committee, held in Cairo on April 6, which demonstrated a commitment to deepening economic ties through increased trade, joint investment, and closer cooperation in transport and logistics.

Abdel Latif emphasized Egypt's advancements in industrial and logistical capabilities, noting significant progress in infrastructure and transport development. Tazi-Riffi shared insights into Tanger Med's integrated model, which links port operations with surrounding industrial zones, and its role in facilitating international trade.

The meeting also explored prospects for cooperation between Tanger Med and Egyptian ports, as well as the Suez Canal Authority and the Suez Canal Economic Zone. Both parties stressed the importance of strengthening links between ports, industrial zones, and logistics hubs to enhance international competitiveness and expand their roles in global trade and investment.

Further discussions included exchanging expertise in port management, developing industrial zones, and leveraging transport and logistics networks. The proposed cooperation is expected to create new opportunities in manufacturing, exports, and investment, while broadening market access for Egyptian and Moroccan products in African and European markets.