Cairo, Sarajevo sign cooperation pacts, eye direct flights to boost trade
Egypt and Bosnia and Herzegovina signed several cooperation agreements on Saturday, including protocols to enhance diplomatic training and bilateral relations, as the two nations move to boost trade and tourism links.
The deals were signed following political consultations in Cairo between Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Bosnian counterpart, Elmedin Konaković. The agreements include a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Egypt’s Institute for Diplomatic Studies and the Bosnian foreign ministry, alongside a general protocol for cooperation across various fields.
Abdelatty emphasised the need to activate a joint committee for economic cooperation and establish a business council to facilitate investment in renewable energy, transport, agriculture, and education. He also called for the launch of direct flights between Cairo and Sarajevo to provide “impetus” to mutual tourism, building on an MoU for tourism promotion signed in August 2025.
During the talks, Abdelatty highlighted the “promising opportunities” in the Egyptian economy, citing investment incentives for foreign investors and Egypt’s strategic position as a hub for European, African, and Asian markets.
The ministers also addressed regional conflicts, specifically the situation in the Gaza Strip. They discussed the implementation of the second phase of US President Donald Trump’s peace plan, calling for the deployment of an international stabilisation force to monitor a ceasefire and ensure the withdrawal of Israeli forces. They also stressed the importance of the Palestinian technocratic committee beginning its work to facilitate recovery and reconstruction.
On Sudan, Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s support for state stability and called for a humanitarian truce to allow for a comprehensive political process. He also addressed the Horn of Africa, stating that Israel’s recognition of “Somaliland” violates international law and undermines regional stability.
Konaković expressed his country’s appreciation for Egypt’s role in regional security and affirmed Bosnia and Herzegovina’s commitment to strengthening economic and investment ties.
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