January 20 - Egypt, Malta discuss cooperation to boost electricity sector

 


Jan 20, 2024.  Posted by  Balkan Periscope - Hellas

Cairo.

Egypt and Malta have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on various aspects including electricity, energy supply diversification and security, research and innovation in energy, and energy efficiency in the public and private sectors.

 

This agreement aims to facilitate an indirect electricity connection between Egypt and Malta, as well as promote green hydrogen projects between the two countries.

 

Furthermore, the MoU involves the exchange of technical visits between experts from both parties, organizing training programs, and sharing information.

 

The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Mohamed Shaker, the Egyptian Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, and the Maltese Minister for the Environment,Miriam Dalli.

 

Both ministers stressed the importance of the MoU in exploring renewable energy systems and emerging technologies in their respective countries.

 

They also emphasized its role in fostering research and innovation in the electricity and energy sectors, while supporting energy efficiency initiatives and measures In the public and private sectors.

 

During the visit, Shaker met with a delegation of Maltese businessmen to discuss investment opportunities in green hydrogen and renewable energy projects.

 

Egypt Today

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