The European Union (EU) High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European Commission, Josep Borrell, will travel to Egypt from 17-19 June 2023, the EU announced.
During his visit, the High Representative will hold bilateral and high-level institutional meetings with Abdel Fattah Al Sisi, President of Egypt; Sameh Shoukry, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Mohamed Zaki, Minister of Defence and Military Production, and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces; Abbas Kamel, Director of the Egyptian General Intelligence Service; and Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary General of the League of Arab States.
According to the statement, Borrell’s visit presents an opportunity to review and strengthen the partnership between the EU and Egypt, as well as the cooperation between the EU and the League of Arab States.
Discussions will also include common global and regional challenges, such as migration, energy, counterterrorism, and food security.