Press Release: Milestone in EU-Egypt relations : signature of new Association Agreement

On 25 June 2001 a new Association Agreement was signed between the European Union and Egypt, paving the way for a new era in bilateral relations. It also marks a turning point in the building of a network of Association Agreements, consolidating the Euro-Mediterranean partnership launched by the 1995 Barcelona Conference. The signature of this Agreement is an important sign of Egypt's commitment to its ambitious programme of economic and social reform and of the EU's commitment to assist in this endeavour. It also constitutes a positive message to international investors on the opportunities for direct foreign investment in Egypt.

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EEAS: Countries: Egypt http://www.eeas.europa.eu/egypt/index_en.htm

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