By: Robert Kwaku
Annor
Egyptian
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has received Ajay Banga, President of the World
Bank Group, for high-level talks focused on strengthening cooperation and
advancing Egypt’s sustainable development agenda.
According to the official spokesperson for the
Egyptian Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El Shinawy, President El-Sisi
reaffirmed the importance of the strategic partnership between Egypt and the
World Bank Group. He expressed appreciation for the institution’s continued
support of Egypt’s national development priorities and its role in backing the
country’s economic reform programme.
The President commended the World Bank Group’s
contributions to key projects across multiple sectors, highlighting initiatives
aimed at social protection, healthcare, food security, education, and climate
change mitigation.
During the meeting, Ajay Banga
praised the ongoing coordination between the Egyptian government and the World
Bank Group in implementing development programmes. He also acknowledged Egypt’s
efforts to advance economic reforms, attract foreign direct investment,
stimulate economic growth, and promote sustainable development.
The
discussions underscored both parties’ commitment to deepening collaboration to
support inclusive growth and long-term economic stability in Egypt.
