The emergence of the possibilities of enhancing commercial and investment cooperation between Greece and Egypt has been the subject of an event recently held at the BSE offices, co -organized by the Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EBEA), the Hellenic Company (SEBE).

According to a statement, participants in the event entitled “Discover Egypt” expressed a strong interest in strengthening business partnerships with Egyptian companies, recognizing Egypt’s strategic role in North Africa while in the event, the event was announced by the 20th Business. Greek-Egyptian business presence.

The event was opened with greetings by Vicky Makrigiannis, Director of BSE International Relations, Rosita Kourtalis, EBEA Board Member, Managing Director of Enterprise Greece, Dr. Marinos Giannopoulos, and his executive Vice President.

The interventions of the Egyptian Ambassador to Greece, Omar Amer, and the Ambassador of Greece to Egypt, Nikolaou Papageorgiou (via teleconference), followed. Both emphasized the strategic importance of bilateral relations, encouraging Greek businesses to explore partnerships with Egypt, especially in areas where they have know -how and competitive advantages.

The speakers of the event emphasized that Egypt is a stable and at the same time rising strategic partner for Greece in the North African region and the Eastern Mediterranean and that commercial and investment relations between the two countries are intense dynamic and steadily increasing.

Particular emphasis was placed on areas of strategic importance, such as energy, infrastructure, shipping, financial services and agri -food.

It is recalled that the total value of Greek exports to Egypt in 2024 amounted to approximately EUR 906 million (compared to EUR 506 million in 2023), recording a spectacular increase in almost 80%, a development attributed mainly to the significant enlargement of fuel, lubricants and related materials. During the same period, Greek imports from Egypt stood at € 1.3 billion (compared to € 1.4 billion in 2023), down by approximately 12%. Overall, bilateral trade exceeded 2 billion euros, up 12% compared to 2023.

Greece ranks fourth among foreign investors in Egypt, with more than 200 Greek companies having an active presence and activity in the country. It is noteworthy that Greek investments almost doubled in the period 2023-2024, reaching € 12.1 million from € 5.8 million last year-a fact that confirms the growing confidence of Greek business circles in the Egyptian investment environment.