Burundi: Investment Minister Hassan Khattib headed for Burundi on Thursday to take part in the 23rd summit of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), to kick off Friday, on behalf of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi. This year’s summit is held under the theme of ‘Accelerating Regional Integration through the Development of Regional Value Chains in Climate Resilient Agriculture, Mining, and Tourism.’
According to State Information Service Egypt, Khattib will expound Egypt’s stance towards a number of issues related to enhancing inter-trade among COMESA members. He will also discuss updates on economic integration between Egypt and COMESA countries. The summit represents a significant platform for Egypt to solidify its economic ties and collaboration with other member states in the region.
