Baku:Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty emphasized Egypt's dedication to enhancing its partnership with Norway, focusing on development, investment, and climate action. This statement came during a meeting with Norwegian Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust, which was also attended by Minister of Planning and Economic Development Ahmed Rostom.

According to State Information Service Egypt, Abdelatty highlighted the importance of collaboration with the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD) and the Norwegian Investment Fund for Developing Countries (Norfund). He encouraged increased Norwegian investment in Egypt, particularly in the fields of clean and renewable energy, green hydrogen, energy storage, and green infrastructure.

Furthermore, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nader Zaki noted that the meeting addressed regional developments, with both parties stressing the importance of providing humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, protecting civilians, and continuing early recovery and reconstruction efforts. Abdelatty reiterated Egypt's readiness to work with Norway and international partners to support these initiatives.

Abdelatty also expressed Egypt's desire to enhance trilateral cooperation with Norway in Africa, aiming to support development across the continent by leveraging Egyptian expertise and partnerships alongside Norway's financial capabilities and technical expertise.