Indian Minister Joins Cairo Kite Fest, Strengthens Egypt Ties in Key Meetings

Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh participated in a kite festival organized by the Indian diaspora in Cairo, praising their role in promoting culture. He held wide-ranging discussions with Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty to strengthen the strategic partnership, covering areas like pharmaceuticals, trade, and tourism. Singh also met Egypt's Minister of Local Development & Environment, Dr. Manal Awad, focusing on sustainable development and climate cooperation. The engagement continues a long history of diplomatic relations between the two founding members of the Non-Aligned Movement.

Key Points: India's MoS Singh at Cairo Kite Festival, Meets Egyptian Ministers

  • Minister joined diaspora kite festival in Cairo
  • Held talks with Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty
  • Discussed strategic partnership & collaboration in key sectors
  • Met Egypt's Minister of Local Development & Environment
  • India-Egypt relations span ancient times to modern diplomacy
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Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh participates in kite festival in Cairo

Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh participates in Indian diaspora kite festival in Cairo and holds strategic talks with Egyptian ministers on partnership.

"Appreciated the dynamic Indian community for their efforts in promoting Indian culture and preserving our traditions across borders - Kirti Vardhan Singh"

Cairo, January 17

Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh participated in a Kite festival organized by the Indian diaspora in Egypt.

Taking to social media platform X, he wrote, "Delighted to participate in the kite festival alongside members of the Indian diaspora in Cairo."

Singh, further hailed the Indian community living abroad for promoting Indian culture beyond borders.

"Appreciated the dynamic Indian community for their efforts in promoting Indian culture and preserving our traditions across borders," the Union Minister added in his post.

Earlier, Singh met Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and held wide-ranging discussions aimed at further strengthening the Strategic Partnership.

"Pleased to meet H.E. Badr Abdelatty, Foreign Minister of Egypt, and held wide-ranging discussions on strengthening-Strategic Partnership. Discussions also covered the forthcoming India-Arab Foreign Ministerial Meeting, strengthening of India-Egypt collaboration in pharmaceuticals & healthcare, trade, investments, technology & tourism," MoS Singh posted on X.

MoS Singh also met the Minister of Local Development & Environment. "Had an engaging meeting with H. E. Dr.Manal Awad, Minister of Local Development & Environment.Discussions focused on strengthening - bilateral collaboration in areas of sustainable development, climate financing, cooperation in renewable energy& green transition including the cooperation in multilateral fora," The Minister added on X.

Held productive conversation in the domains of Rural Development, Waste Management, Plastic Recycling& management practices, energy generation, agriculture & irrigation practices, he added in his post

In October 2025, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar co-chaired the inaugural India-Egypt Strategic Dialogue with his Egyptian counterpart, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, marking a new phase in the deepening partnership between the two nations.

India and Egypt, two of the world's oldest civilisations, have enjoyed a history of close contact from ancient times. The joint announcement of the establishment of diplomatic relations at the Ambassadorial level was made on August 18, 1947.

Both countries have cooperated closely in multilateral fora and were the founding members of the Non-Aligned Movement in 1961.Since the 1980s, there have been regular high-level bilateral visits between India and Egypt.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While cultural promotion is good, I hope the substantive discussions on trade, pharma, and renewable energy yield concrete results for our economy. That's what truly strengthens a strategic partnership.
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Aman W
India and Egypt share such a deep historical connection. It's heartening to see this ancient friendship being renewed and strengthened in the modern era through these high-level engagements. More power to the relationship!
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Sarah B
The focus on sustainable development and climate collaboration is very timely. India has a lot to offer in renewable energy and waste management. Hope this leads to meaningful tech exchange.
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Vikram M
Our diaspora is our true cultural ambassador. They do more for India's soft power than many official initiatives. Kudos to the community in Cairo for organizing this! Bas thoda sa budget bhi mil jaye aise events ke liye aur accha hoga.
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Kavya N
Pharma and healthcare collaboration is excellent news. Egypt can be a key partner for Indian generic medicines in the region. This is a win-win for access to affordable healthcare.

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