Chinese President Xi Jinping visits Egypt to strengthen ties
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Xi Jinping, Abdel Fattah el-Sissi
Cairo, Egypt
September 1, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 29/2/2026, 6:00:49 AM
President Xi Jinping arrived in Cairo for a three-day visit to deepen economic and diplomatic cooperation. The visit highlights China's growing influence in the Middle East as a strategic alternative to U.S. partnerships. Agreements include collaboration on the Belt and Road Initiative and infrastructure investments.
- Earlier version 19/2/2026, 5:30:49 AM
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