Egypt and Japan discussed boosting agricultural exports, technology cooperation, and joint investments.
Egyptian-Canadian Business Council plans new export initiative to expand Egyptian products in Canada.
The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation between the two ministries to support Egypt’s water management system and ensure the efficient implementation of its strategic objectives, particularly in relation to improving irrigation infrastructure and agricultural productivity.
Al-Mashat highlighted the government’s commitment to investing in Upper Egypt, with EGP 62.4 billion allocated to the region in the current fiscal year, 11% of which is directed to Minya
He highlighted the sector’s contribution to over 15% of the GDP, its employment of more than a quarter of the national workforce.