CAIRO, April 7 (MENA) - French President Emmanuel Macron encouraged investment in Egypt, praising its stability and great potential.

In remarks he gave during the opening session of the Egyptian-French Businessmen Forum, which he attended together with President Abdel Fattah El Sisi on Monday, he said that France always supports Egypt and considers it as a trusted and reliable partner.

He added that together both countries can flourish and enjoy prosperity.

He highlighted that France has been the first European country to invest in Egypt outside the energy sector.

France pumped investments exceeding seven billion euros in the Egyptian market and contributed to generating over 50,000 direct jobs through projects carried out by French companies, according to him.

He confirmed the French Development Agency's commitment to supporting development in Egypt in various sectors, including health, water, energy, education and others.
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