Greek Deputy Foreign Minister Petros Doukas and Egyptian Industry and Trade Minister Rachid Mohammed Rachid discussed issues concerning investments and cooperation in sectors of mutual interest, both bilaterally and in the framework of the Union for the Mediterranean during a working luncheon they had on November 25 with the participation of leading Greek businessmen.

According to a foreign ministry announcement, it was stressed during the meeting that “the geopolitical and economic role of the two countries in the region is of strategic importance and we must urge the forces of the market to undertake actions that will achieve considerable results benefitting our peoples.” Rachid also gave a press conference in Athens on November 25 focusing on the importance of further strengthening trade relations and investments between Egypt and Greece, through the framework shaped by the international economic crisis.