Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi revealed that Greece and Egypt will sign a "strategic partnership" agreement on Wednesday to bolster political coordination and ensure stability in the Eastern Mediterranean.
"With our deep-rooted historical ties, we have a strong foundation to advance this relationship," Sisi stated during a televised meeting with Greek President Constantine Tassoulas in Athens. "Today, we will sign a joint declaration for a strategic partnership."
Sisi is set to meet Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, following their 2023 agreement to establish a high-level cooperation board to strengthen bilateral ties. The leaders are expected to emphasize adherence to international law to foster peace amid regional tensions, including the Gaza conflict, according to a Greek official.
Migration will also be a key focus, as European governments remain concerned about instability in Egypt, a nation of 106 million grappling with economic challenges driving migration. While Egypt curbed irregular migration from its north coast in 2016, Crete and Gavdos have seen increased arrivals, primarily from Afghanistan and Egypt.
The EU, aiming to reduce migrant flows, provided Egypt with a €7.4 billion ($8.40 billion) funding package last year and upgraded ties. Recently, the EU listed Egypt as a "safe country" for returning failed asylum seekers, despite ongoing human rights concerns.
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