In an exclusive CGTN interview, Egypt’s former foreign minister Nabil Fahmy delivered a candid message to Western capitals about Cairo’s deepening relationship with the Chinese mainland. "Some of our Western colleagues are worried we’re getting too close to China … I find that rather silly," Fahmy said.
Egypt has long walked a diplomatic tightrope between global powers, and China has emerged as a key partner in areas from infrastructure to trade. For Cairo, this partnership isn’t about ideology—it’s about results that boost economic growth and regional influence.
Fahmy’s remarks reflect a broader shift among Global South nations demanding flexible alliances. Rather than adhering to traditional power blocs, emerging economies are pivoting toward partners who deliver concrete benefits, reshaping global diplomacy along the way.
Summing up his stance, Fahmy stated, "We’re looking to China because this serves our interest." As Egypt navigates 21st-century geopolitics, its pragmatic approach offers a fresh case study for young global citizens charting their own paths in an interconnected world.
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Egypt's message to the West about China | Former FM breaks silence
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