President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi said on Monday that Egypt appreciates Portugal’s balanced stance towards the democratic transition process in Egypt and its understanding of the Egyptian people’s desire for progress and freedom. In a joint press conference held in Lisbon with his Portuguese counterpart, Marcelo De Sousa, Al-Sisi said he trusts Portugal’s support in building a democratic and progressive Egypt. Al-Sisi urged Portuguese investors to take advantage of the opportunities in infrastructure and development projects in Egypt. Al-Sisi said it reaffirms the important role Portugal has on the international level and its ability to maintain international peace and security. During the interview, Al-Sisi said that there was a 37% increase in the rate of trade between Egypt and Portugal last year.

Source: Daily News Egypt November 21, 2016 15:57 UTC