Cairo: Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi at the Al-Ittihadiya Palace in Cairo to discuss ways to enhance relations between Tunisia and Egypt at both official and popular levels.

According to Agence Tunis Afrique Presse, the discussions focused on continuing to develop joint cooperation across various fields. This dialogue coincides with the 18th session of the High Joint Commission in Cairo, a strategic platform aimed at deepening cooperation and exploring new avenues for integration, particularly in trade and investment.

The leaders also exchanged views on regional and international matters of mutual interest. They stressed the importance of intensifying coordination and cooperation to address regional challenges and work collectively toward resolving regional crises. Additionally, there was an agreement to encourage the private sector in both nations to implement joint development projects in Africa, thereby enhancing their presence in the regional environment.

President el-Sisi acknowledged the efforts of the Tunisian President in leading reforms, promoting economic growth, and achieving fair development in Tunisia. He extended an invitation to President Kais Saied to attend the opening ceremony of the Grand Egyptian Museum in November 2025.

Prime Minister Zenzri conveyed President Saied's warm regards and expressed Tunisia's eagerness to host President el-Sisi on an official visit. Her visit to Cairo marks an official engagement where she is tasked with chairing the 18th session of the Tunisian-Egyptian High Joint Commission. Upon her arrival at Cairo International Airport, she received an official welcome from Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, accompanied by the Tunisian Ambassador to Egypt, Mohamed Ben Youssef, and several Egyptian ministers.