Kuwait PM’s visit to solidify ‘historic’ ties: Egypt
Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak eyes better ties amid Egypt visit
CAIRO, Oct 20, (KUNA): The current visit of His Highness the Premier Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah of Kuwait to Egypt comes to congeal “deepseated and historic” ties, Egyptian cabinet said Sunday.
Bilateral relations have witnessed noticeable growth that needs to be built on for the benefit and interest of both peoples and in a manner that would fulfill their ambitions, said cabinet spokesman Nader Saad.
Joint aspects of cooperation, as well as latest regional and international developments of mutual concern would be discussed during the two-day visit, he noted.
His Highness Sheikh Jaber AlMubarak is scheduled to sign numerous accords and agreements during the visit.
His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak AlHamad Al-Sabah expressed joy on Sunday upon arriving in the Egyptian capital Cairo, saying Egypt had always been “near and dear to the hearts of Kuwaitis.”
The Kuwaiti Premier’s visit to Cairo, which he said was necessary given “these trying times,” reflects a mutual desire to improve bilateral ties, pointing out that such challenges call for greater cooperation.
He spoke of the Gulf state’s historic relations with Egypt, saying bilateral cooperation has been satisfactory thanks to the efforts of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and Egyptian President Abdelfattah elSisi.
On talks with his Egyptian counterpart Mostafa Madbouly, he said it would center on bilateral ties and matters of mutual concern, in addition to current happenings around the world. He also hoped that his visit would be the catalyst for even better relations with Egypt.