EU Ambassador Angelina Eichhorst recently announced the upcoming launch of new scientific cooperation programmes between the European Union and Egypt. This announcement was made during an event in Cairo celebrating the 20th anniversary of the EU-Egypt Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement, a key milestone highlighting two decades of partnership in science and technology.
The agreement signed twenty years ago established a strong foundation for collaborative efforts in:
- Research
- Innovation
- Technological development
The new cooperation programmes are designed to further enhance these ties by focusing on:
- Supporting joint research projects
- Encouraging knowledge exchange
- Facilitating capacity building initiatives
Priority areas for these initiatives include:
- Environmental sustainability
- Renewable energy
- Healthcare
- Digital transformation
The programmes aim to promote:
- Sharing of expertise
- Increased funding opportunities for researchers
- Fostering innovation with mutual benefits for both Egypt and European countries
This cooperation supports larger objectives such as enhancing economic growth, promoting scientific excellence, and tackling global challenges including climate change.
The anniversary event brought together scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders from both regions to celebrate past achievements and strategize for deeper future collaboration. Ambassador Eichhorst highlighted the significance of ongoing scientific partnerships as essential to building a resilient and prosperous future, describing the new programmes as a catalyst for further progress.
Egyptian officials reiterated their commitment to strengthening the partnership, noting the positive outcomes of previous projects under this agreement and welcoming the upcoming initiatives to further develop Egypt’s research landscape and contribute to global scientific advancements.
The European Union remains a pivotal partner for Egypt, supporting its development goals and integration into the global scientific community.
Stay tuned to Questiqa Europe News for the latest updates on this evolving partnership.
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