The Minister of Economy held meetings with the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Policy and the Minister of Defence of Egypt
Egypt is a key and strategic partner for Bulgaria in the Middle East and North Africa region. This was stated by the Minister of Economy and Industry, Peter Dilov, who held meetings with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport and Industry of Egypt, Kamel El-Wazir—who coordinates the activities of all ministries with economic portfolios—and the Minister of Defence and Military Production, General Abdel Mageed Sakr.
During the meetings in Cairo, opportunities for deepening industrial cooperation in a number of spheres of mutual interest, such as the automotive sector, defence industry, and transport, were discussed.
It was highlighted that in 2026, Bulgaria and Egypt will mark 100 years since the establishment of their diplomatic relations—a partnership that has established itself as a strategic priority for both nations over the past decades.
“Egypt is our country’s largest trading partner in the Middle East and Africa region,” emphasised Minister Dilov.
During the meetings, it was noted that economic relations between the two countries have become increasingly active in recent years, developing on a stable foundation.
During the meeting with Egypt’s Minister of Defence and Military Production, General Sakr, it was noted that there is significant growth in bilateral trade of defence products.
Possibilities for strengthening cooperation in various areas of military production between the two countries, as well as the transfer of technology and expertise, were also discussed.
Minister Sakr stated that Bulgaria is a friendly country and that Egypt values this good cooperation.
The bilateral meeting took place at the International Defence Industry Exhibition “EDEX 2025”, where 10 Bulgarian companies from the defence industry are participating this year.
Minister Dilov congratulated the Egyptian minister on the good organisation of “EDEX 2025” and invited him to visit the International Defence Equipment and Services Exhibition “Hemus”, which will be held in Plovdiv from 3rd to 6th June.
The meetings were also attended by the Ambassador of Bulgaria to Egypt, Deyan Katrachev.