Saudi Arabia and Egypt signed on Monday a memorandum of understanding on maritime connectivity.
Saudi Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Transport General Authority Saleh Al-Jasser and Egypt’s Minister of Transport and Industry Lieutenant General Kamel Al-Wazir signed the MoU on the sidelines of the first edition of the Global Logistics Forum in Riyadh.
The forum is being held from October 12 to 14 under the slogan "Reshaping the Global Map of Logistics".
The MoU will boost cooperation and joint work in maritime connectivity for passenger transport. It stipulates exchange of expertise to qualify specialized cadres in emerging fields, develop the quality and efficiency of maritime transport services, and improve the experience of their beneficiaries.
The areas of cooperation include yacht and marine passenger ship transport activities, as well as passenger ferries.
Attending the forum were ministers and senior officials, leaders of international organizations and industrial unions, as well as experts, academics and analysts.
With 130 speakers and 80 exhibitors representing 30 countries, the forum showcases a wide range of perspectives and expertise.