Russian President Vladimir Putin extended an invitation to Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to attend the upcoming BRICS summit scheduled to take place in Kazan in October. Putin made this announcement during a ceremony marking the initiation of pouring the first concrete into the foundation of Unit 4 of Egypt's El Dabaa NPP.
Addressing his Egyptian counterpart, Putin stated, "We look forward to seeing you, distinguished Mr. el-Sisi, at the summit in Kazan this October." He highlighted the significant opportunities for enhanced cooperation arising from Egypt's accession to BRICS, emphasizing Russia's sincere support for Egypt's desire to become a full member of the association.
"During the Russian presidency in BRICS this year, we will try to do our best to ensure that Egypt is effectively integrated into the work of the association. We are planning more than 200 BRICS events, and we expect Egyptian representatives to take the most active part in them," Putin noted.
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Based on materials from TASS