Arab Transport Ministers Meet in Alexandria to Draft Maritime Cooperation Agreement

Arab transport ministers convened in Alexandria on Monday to advance regional transport and logistics cooperation, including a comprehensive maritime agreement.

• Egyptian Transport Minister Kamel al-Wazir chaired the 75th session of the Executive Office of the Council of Arab Transport Ministers on Monday in Alexandria.
• The agenda includes preparing a comprehensive Arab maritime cooperation agreement and developing river transport and logistics zones in Sudan.
• Ministers will also discuss overland passenger and freight transport agreements, supporting the Palestinian economy, and a development plan for Jerusalem.
• Al-Wazir said regional conflicts have disrupted global supply chains, extending maritime voyage times and raising operational costs.