Egypt and Chad have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations following a high-level meeting between Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Chadian President Field Marshal Mahamat Idriss Déby. The discussions focused on expanding cooperation, advancing development projects, and increasing coordination on regional and international issues.
The meeting took place on August 7 and was held under directives from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. Minister Abdelatty delivered a written message from President El-Sisi to President Mahamat Idriss Déby outlining ways to deepen cooperation and strengthen the strategic partnership between the two nations.
The message emphasized the importance of continued collaboration on matters of mutual interest and highlighted the value of close consultation on regional developments. President El-Sisi also invited President Déby to participate in the El Alamein-Africa Business Forum, scheduled to take place on October 4 alongside the African Union’s mid-year coordination summit.
President Déby expressed appreciation for the message and asked that his greetings be conveyed to President El-Sisi. He praised the strong relationship between Egypt and Chad and highlighted the positive results achieved through cooperation in several sectors.
The Chadian leader also commended Egypt’s diplomatic efforts in supporting stability and reducing tensions across Africa and the Middle East. He noted the importance of continued engagement between the two countries in addressing regional challenges.
During the talks, Minister Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to expanding cooperation and building on recent achievements. He praised the outcomes of the fourth session of the joint committee between Egypt and Chad, which resulted in the signing of several agreements aimed at enhancing bilateral ties.
The minister highlighted a number of recent projects that have strengthened relations between the two countries. These include the launch of a new EgyptAir route, the establishment of the El Gran Corridor initiative, the deployment of Egyptian medical missions, the opening of a dialysis center at Chad’s Central Hospital, and the completion of the Alexandria University building in Chad.
Economic cooperation was a major topic of discussion. Abdelatty stressed the importance of increasing business engagement and supporting investment opportunities. He said Egypt plans to bring a delegation of business leaders to the Egyptian-Chadian Business Forum to encourage greater participation by Egyptian companies in Chad’s development projects.
The Egypt Chad Strategic Partnership also includes a major regional infrastructure vision. Officials discussed the planned transport and trade link connecting Egypt, Libya, and Chad. Egyptian representatives described the project as an important opportunity to boost investment in logistics, communications, and energy while increasing trade flows between the three countries.
Transport Minister Lieutenant General Kamel El-Wazir reviewed progress on infrastructure cooperation and highlighted the role of the El Gran Corridor. The initiative is designed to support transportation services, logistics zones, agricultural development, and trade projects between Egypt and Chad.
Officials said companies linked to Egypt’s transport sector will continue participating in development projects across Chad. These efforts include transportation management, infrastructure construction, and support services aimed at strengthening economic connectivity.
Health cooperation also featured prominently during the discussions. Health Minister Dr. Khaled Abdel-Ghaffar highlighted the success of Egyptian medical missions operating in Chad. He noted that the latest medical convoy carried out more than 500 surgeries for Chadian patients and contributed to expanding healthcare services.
The minister also pointed to the opening of a dialysis center at the Central Hospital, equipped with 25 dialysis machines. Egyptian officials described the project as part of broader efforts to improve healthcare access and strengthen cooperation in the medical sector.
Education and cultural cooperation were also discussed. Dr. Abdel Aziz Qansouh, Minister of Higher Education and Acting Minister of Culture, outlined plans to expand academic opportunities for Chadian students.
He highlighted the continued development of the Alexandria University branch in Chad, which is expected to serve students from Central and West Africa. New academic programs in nursing, engineering, and computer science are planned as part of the expansion.
The university project will also include training and service facilities, including a medical center expected to open in May 2027. The center will offer specialized services in pediatrics, orthopedics, ophthalmology, dentistry, obstetrics and gynecology, and internal medicine.
Regional issues were another key focus of the meeting. Both sides exchanged views on developments in the Sahel and Sahara region as well as the situation in Sudan. Egyptian and Chadian officials agreed to strengthen coordination and consultation to support peace, security, and stability.
The discussions reflected the growing importance of the Egypt Chad Strategic Partnership, which continues to expand across economic, health, education, infrastructure, and regional security sectors. Both governments expressed confidence that ongoing cooperation will contribute to long-term development and stronger ties between the two countries.
