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Egyptian President Al Sisi to Make First Official State Visit to Malaysia Today
The leaders will review cooperation and witness several MOUs as trade between Malaysia and Egypt rose 74.7% to RM3.49 billion this year.
- Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi arrived at Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Friday to commence his first state visit to Malaysia since 2014, following a diplomatic summit in South Korea.
- The visit occurs at the invitation of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia. According to the Foreign Affairs Ministry, the President will attend a State Welcoming Ceremony, an audience with His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, and an official State Banquet.
- From January through August 2026, total trade between the two nations increased 74.7% to RM3.49bil . In 2025, Egypt was Malaysia's 7th largest trading partner in Africa.
- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will hold bilateral talks with the President to review cooperation between Putrajaya and Cairo. Both leaders are expected to witness the signing of several Memoranda of Understanding designed to deepen ties.
- The visit represents a milestone step in strengthening the longstanding partnership between Malaysia and Egypt as the leaders discuss pressing regional and international issues. This diplomatic engagement underscores both nations' commitment to deepening economic and strategic cooperation.
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