Speaking at a press conference with his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, Sisi said the talks tackled strong historical relations between the two countries and ways of promoting them on all pressing fronts, with a particular emphasis on boosting French investments in Egypt.

Sisi added we confirmed the importance of expanding activities of French companies in Egypt.

He said we emphasized the necessity of building on the outcome of Egypt-France Business Forum, which is held today to enhance joint cooperation and economic development.

Sisi further said we agreed on the importance of implementing all axes of the new strategic partnership including the mutual support for international nominations, in addition to boosting cooperation in strengthening the railways industry, Artificial Intelligence and green hydrogen production.

Sisi added we stressed during the talks the importance of cooperation between the two countries in emigration and the necessity of supporting Egypt in its efforts to combat illegal emigration.

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