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Commissioner Šuica in Egypt to strengthen EU-Egypt Partnership and discuss New Pact for the Mediterranean

Today, Commissioner for the Mediterranean, Dubravka Šuica, visited Egypt to reaffirm EU’s commitment in supporting Egypt at this pivotal moment. Egypt is not just a key partner—it is a cornerstone of regional stability, security, and economic cooperation. It also served as an opportunity to present her vision for the New Pact for the Mediterranean. 

Commissioner Šuica met with President of Egypt, Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi; Prime Minister of Egypt, Mostafa Madbouly; Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Expatriates, Badr Abdelatty; and, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, Rania Al-Mashat. Moreover, she signed together with the Egyptian Government a loan worth €90 million for the project ‘Egypt Food Resilience’, supported by the EU and the European Investment.

  • Commissioner reaffirmed the strong ties between the EU and Egypt and took stock of the implementation of the Strategic and Comprehensive Partnership in areas such as economic cooperation, trade and investment, energy and clean technology, climate adaptation, security and migration management. 
  • Fundamental values and shared strategic interests are central to the cooperation between the EU and Egypt.
  • Commissioner addressed Egypt’s efforts to advance on its political and economic reforms, in line with the EU’s Macro-Financial Assistance package and the priorities of the Strategic and Comprehensive Partnership. In this context, the EU will continue to work with its our partners to attract foreign investments in Egypt, including on clean technology and renewable energy.  Reforms are fundamental in leveraging an additional €1.8 billion in investments under the European Fund for Sustainable Development+ until 2027 and as part of the package announced last year, in close collaboration with the private sector. Continued progress will unlock both public and private investment. The signing of the project with the European Investment Bank will enhance Egypt’s food resilience by buying wheat and is a testament of the ongoing cooperation in addressing critical challenges, including food security.
  • Egypt plays an indispensable role in shaping regional stability, particularly in relation to Gaza, Syria and the Middle East, as well as in strengthening cooperation with the Gulf. Commissioner engaged with Egyptian leaders on the regional situation,recognizing Egypt’s leadership in conflict mediation and crisis response. The country’s contributions are essential in fostering dialogue, humanitarian efforts, and long-term stability.
  • In developing the New Pact for the Mediterranean, Commissioner listened to Egypt’s perspectives to ensure that the New Pact delivers real, lasting benefits for the region.

This visit takes place in the context of a series of high-level consultations conducted by Commissioner Šuica to shape the New Pact for the Mediterranean. The New Pact – currently being developed in close cooperation with Mediterranean partners and Member States – will address shared challenges, by fostering people to people relations, economic growth, and strengthening regional security and stability.

Dubravka Šuica, Commissioner for the Mediterranean, said:

"It is a great pleasure to be in Egypt early in my mandate. Egypt is a key strategic partner of the EU, playing a crucial role in regional stability. Over the past year, our partnership has reached new heights, and we remain fully committed to supporting Egypt’s economic prosperity and ambitious reform agenda. The Mediterranean is more than a geographical space—it is a cultural and economic bridge linking three continents, and Egypt stands at its heart. By strengthening our partnership, we can turn shared challenges into opportunities, fostering prosperity and stability for both Egypt and the EU. Together, we have achieved significant milestones, from historic investment agreements to financial assistance that strengthens economic modernization. As we develop a New Pact for the Mediterranean, we seek to shape a common vision with Egypt. I look forward to deepening our cooperation for a more stable and prosperous region."

Source EEAS