Egypt-China ties mark 70-year partnership

The article discusses the history and evolution of the relationship between Egypt and China over more than seventy years. It began in 1956 with the establishment of the first diplomatic ties between the two countries and has developed into a comprehensive strategic partnership since 2014. The piece highlights visits by the leaders of both nations, especially President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi's visit to China in 2014 and Xi Jinping's visit to Egypt in 2016, in addition to ongoing visits up to 2024, which marked the announcement of the Egyptian-Chinese Partnership Year. The relations encompass various fields, including politics, economy, technology, and investment, with major projects such as the Suez Canal Economic Zone and the electric railway. By the end of 2025, bilateral trade volume reached approximately $20.78 billion, with an annual growth rate of about 19.6%. The article also emphasizes cooperation in modern sectors such as artificial intelligence, clean energy, electric vehicles, and healthcare. It further discusses future cooperation frameworks and prospects for expanding relations into new areas, thereby strengthening the strategic partnership between Cairo and Beijing.

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