Egypt looks forward to boosting cooperation with French companies

Sisi's remarks came during a meeting in Cairo with Patrice Caine, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Thales, a global technology leader that invests in digital and artificial intelligence, connectivity, cybersecurity and quantum technology, with thousands of employees in five continents.

According to a statement by Presidential Spokesman Bassam Rady, the president hailed the “distinguished cooperation” between Egypt and France, laying emphasis on the activities of French companies operating in Egypt and their contribution to the development process.

El-Sisi discussed with Caine the prospects of cooperation between the French company, the Arab International Optronics, and Benha Electronics Company in the fields of optics, electronics and cyber security, added the statement.

As part of the desired cooperation with Thales, the president directed to train and qualify young engineers in the areas of optics and electronics.

During the meeting, Thales chairman said the French group is keen to promote cooperation with Egypt on localizing the optics industry, according to the statement.