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Coming up, the 11th Nishan Forum on World Civilizations takes place in China's Shandong province.
How does it contribute to mutual understanding in today's polarized world?
Donald Trump says the 50 percent tariff on copper imports will take effect on August 1.
How will it impact U.S. industries and consumers?
Chinese Premier Li Xiang has expressed the country's support for Arab countries in strengthening strategic autonomy,
enhancing unity and self-reliance,
and pursuing development paths suited to their national conditions.
He made the remarks during a meeting with Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Abul-Gayt in Karel.
Premier Li is on a two-day official visit to Egypt.
He said China is ready to further align its development strategies with Arab countries and proceed with their high-quality Belt and Road cooperation.
Fomor Shiaowen spoke with Hishan Abu Bakr Matawali,
first economist at Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Trade and Industry.
As an economist closely following China-Egypt relations,
how do you assess the significance of Premier Li's visit to Egypt and his emphasis on further strengthening strategic coordination to safeguard the common interests of both countries?
Actually,
the visit has a very strong meaning because it shows a strong relation between Egypt and China
because from time to time we have very consistent visits.