Egypt highlights CICA's role in dialogue, calls for stronger Asia-Africa partnership

Egypt expects the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) to continue developing as an inclusive platform for dialogue and consultations among Asian states, Deputy Foreign Minister of Egypt Mohamed Abu Bakr said at the 7th CICA Summit in Baku, Olaylar informs.

"Strengthening stability is not limited to the political and security spheres, but also involves expanding economic and development cooperation, which is one of the key factors for ensuring sustainable stability," he noted.

According to him, Egypt attaches special importance to strengthening the partnership between Asia and Africa, drawing on historical ties between the two continents and the significant potential for economic and investment integration.

Abu Bakr also reaffirmed Egyptchr("39")s commitment to cooperating with all CICA member states to support the Conferencechr("39")s institutional development, enhance its effectiveness, and implement its principles and goals in practice, emphasizing that these efforts will foster trust, curb tensions, and promote a culture of dialogue and cooperation.