Serbia’s Ambassador to Cairo, Miroslav Šestović, described the current relations between Serbia and Egypt as a “new golden age”, highlighting numerous high-level visits and the signing of dozens of bilateral agreements, including a free trade agreement. He noted that the Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi’s visit to Belgrade in July 2022 opened a new chapter in the bilateral ties between the two countries.
Over the past three years, there have been two presidential visits, including Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić’s return visit last year. Since then, five ministerial visits have been carried out, including a recent visit by Serbian Prime Minister Đurađ Macut.
Šestović also mentioned plans to resume the Cairo–Belgrade flight route, which was previously suspended due to economic reasons. Discussions are ongoing, with expectations to restore the route later this year or by early next year.
In the last three years, Serbia and Egypt have signed 30 bilateral agreements and adopted a Declaration on Strategic Partnership, marking a constructive dynamic in relations comparable to the “golden age” during the times of former Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser and Yugoslav President Josip Broz Tito.
The ambassador noted Egypt’s rapid development, with significant investments in infrastructure and the construction of seven new cities to support its population of 110 million.
Regarding the delayed opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum near the Giza pyramids, Šestović explained that regional tensions related to the Israeli-Iranian conflict caused the postponement, with the opening now planned for the last quarter of this year. The museum will showcase 10,000 new exhibits, with only Tutankhamun’s treasury moved from the old museum.
Despite regional instability, Šestović emphasized that Egypt’s internal security remains strong and stable. No travel warnings have been issued by Serbian or other embassies, and tourists are encouraged to visit Egypt safely.
