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Egypt + Oman boost maritime ties: Egypt’s cabinet approved a draft agreement to expand cooperation with Oman in maritime transportation and ports, according to a statement. The agreement, initially inked by the pair in 2022, aims to expand trade ties by bolstering maritime relations and removing potential obstacles that impact transport and logistics. The two sides will also exchange knowledge and experience in ship management, operation, maintenance, and repair.

It doesn’t stop there: The pair have also expressed interest in exploring potential cooperation between Oman’s Duqm and Salalah port and Egypt’s Alexandria and Ain Sokhna ports, according to a statement.