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21.09.2025

Egypt-Pakistan Enhance Military and Industrial Ties

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The Egyptian National Media reported on Sunday evening that Salah El-Din Mostafa received the Pakistani ambassador at the ministry’s general office in the New Administrative Capital. The Egyptian minister expressed his condolences for the victims of the recent floods in Pakistan, highlighting the historical relations between Egypt and Pakistan that are rapidly developing with the support of the political leadership in both countries.

Mostafa reviewed the technological and technical capabilities of the companies and units affiliated with the ministry, emphasizing their commitment to meeting the needs of the armed forces and police with various weapons and equipment, alongside contributing to national and developmental projects. The Egyptian Minister of State for Military Production stressed his country’s eagerness to enhance collaboration between military production companies and their Pakistani counterparts for mutual benefit.

During the meeting, Mostafa invited Pakistani companies to participate in the International Defense Industries Exhibition “EDEX 2025,” scheduled to be held in Cairo next December. Ambassador Aamer Shaukat praised Egypt’s efforts in supporting industry and developing infrastructure, noting that the relations between the two countries are historically rooted and based on mutual respect.

It is noteworthy that the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Egyptian Minister of Defense and Military Production, held a meeting with General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee of Pakistan, and his accompanying delegation who visited Egypt on July 29. During the meeting, several issues of mutual interest were discussed, along with ways to support military cooperation between the two countries in various fields. The Egyptian Minister of Defense expressed his pride in the strong relations between the Egyptian and Pakistani armed forces, emphasizing the importance of enhancing coordination and expanding military cooperation to serve common interests.