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Germany and Egypt Mark Unity Day in Cairo With Renewed Partnership Pledges
October 5, 2026 at 06:33 PM
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German and Egyptian officials celebrated the 36th German Unity Day in Cairo, reaffirming a strategic partnership and pledging cooperation on Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine.
- The German embassy in Cairo hosted the Unity Day celebration, with Education Minister Mohamed Abdel Latif attending as guest of honor on behalf of Egypt's government.
- German State Minister Florian Hahn said Egypt is a central strategic partner and a pillar of stability in a region marked by conflict.
- Ambassador Jürgen Schulz stressed the urgent need for rapid, full implementation of the 20-point peace plan for Gaza and reaffirmed Germany's commitment to supporting Ukraine.
- Hahn said his Cairo talks will address Red Sea navigation security and global food security tied to Russia's war on Ukraine, noting Ukraine is ready for negotiations.




