During his speech at the inauguration of the third African invest forum Africa 2018 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Al-Sisi expressed aspiration for regional integration, the facilitation of commerce movement, and expanding investments with Africa. Egypt’s investments in Africa have increased by $1.2bn in 2018, reaching $10.2bn, he added. During the meeting, Shoukry reviewed Egypt’s efforts and arrangements for chairing the AUC next year. He stressed President Al-Sisi’s support for economic cooperation with Africa and supporting the continent’s infrastructure, as well as achieving sustainable development. Shoukry praised the cooperation between Egypt and the COMESA for organising the third African investment forum.

Source: Daily News Egypt December 09, 2018 17:03 UTC