Putin proposes grain and energy hub establishment in Egypt

Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that Moscow and Cairo consider launching a grain and energy hub in Egypt, noting that numerous joint projects are already underway.

"We can discuss the establishment of a grain and energy hub in Egypt; there are many interesting ideas",

Putin said during a meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty.

The Russian leader highlighted existing joint initiatives, including the construction of the El Dabaa nuclear power plant and an industrial zone in Egypt, where more than ten large Russian companies are already prepared to operate.