China and Egypt sign five strategic agreements on Xi's first visit to Cairo in a decade

Chinese President Xi Jinping's first visit to Cairo in ten years produced five strategic agreements and more than 20 cooperation documents between Egypt and China.

• Xi and Sisi witnessed the signing of five memoranda of understanding and over 20 cooperation documents covering technology, digital economy, finance, transport, and media.
• Xi said China is ready to work with Middle East countries to protect international maritime navigation routes and reject external intervention in the region.
• Sisi said Egypt prioritizes de-escalation and diplomatic solutions, including implementation of the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement.
• Sisi reiterated Egypt's adherence to a "strategic balance" policy amid deepening competition among major powers.