- China has positioned itself as a regional mediator, advocating a two-state solution and hosting Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas before the Gaza war.
- To mark 70 years of diplomatic ties, Xi and el-Sissi published opinion pieces in Egyptian state-run newspapers, with Xi calling for expanding pragmatic collaboration through development.
- In talks Wednesday, Xi called for opposing unilateralism and bullying and for a more just and equitable global governance system, according to Xinhua.
- El-Sissi lauded China's investments in Egypt and reiterated Cairo's support for China's claim that Taiwan is part of its territory.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is on his first visit to Egypt in a decade, where he is advocating for a new Middle East security framework. During his talks with President Abdel Fattah El-Sissi, Xi emphasized the need for Cairo and Beijing to oppose unilateralism and promote a more equitable global governance system.45
Xi's visit coincides with the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Egypt, marked by the publication of friendly opinion pieces in state-run newspapers. Xi highlighted the importance of expanding pragmatic collaboration, particularly in development, as China has invested over $10 billion in Egypt, including significant infrastructure projects like a business hub and an electric rail line.3
China's growing influence in the region is also evident in its role as a mediator in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, advocating for a two-state solution, which is crucial for regional stability. This comes after Xi hosted Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and announced a strategic partnership shortly before the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.12
Additionally, in August, China and Egypt conducted their first-ever joint military exercise, showcasing China's military capabilities alongside Egypt's French-made Rafale fighters, further solidifying their defense ties.
“Xi and el-Sissi marked 70 years of diplomatic ties with opinion pieces in Egyptian state-run newspapers, with Xi calling for expanding 'pragmatic collaboration' through development. El-Sissi lauded China's investments and reiterated Cairo's support for China's claim that Taiwan is part of its territory.”
