Milan: Egypt's Consul General in Milan, Walid Othman, has held several meetings with Italian officials in northern cities in an attempt to increase trade and economic cooperation between the two sides. The discussions aim to strengthen economic ties and explore new opportunities for collaboration between Egypt and Italy.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the Egyptian consul also discussed enhancing cultural and scientific ties between Egypt and the Italian region. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to foster closer relations in various sectors, including culture and science.

The Italian officials praised the integration of the Egyptian community in Italy, highlighting that the Egyptian community is now the largest foreign community from outside the European Union. This acknowledgment underscores the positive contributions of Egyptians to the Italian society and economy.