Cairo: Egypt's Ambassador to Cyprus Mohamed Zaazou commended the historical and cultural bonds between the peoples of both countries. During a ceremony attended by members of the federation of Cypriots with Egyptian roots in Nicosia on Friday, Zaazou also hailed the growing distinguished relations between Egypt and Cyprus at various levels.

According to State Information Service Egypt, Zaazou emphasized his commitment to work with the Cypriot government and the federation to promote and expand joint cooperation. The ceremony, during which the Egyptian diplomat honored two longtime leaders of the federation, was held as part of the Egyptian embassy's efforts to reinvigorate the "Reviving Roots-Nostos" Initiative, launched by President Abdel Fattah El Sisi in 2017.

The presidential initiative aims to strengthen cultural ties between both countries, support efforts to preserve their rich historical heritage and common cultural Mediterranean features, and contribute to fostering mutual understanding between their peoples.