Egypt, Qatar to Boost Cooperation Through Gas Exporting Countries Forum

Egyptian Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Tarek El-Molla receives Qatari Energy Minister Saad bin Sherida al-Kaabi in Cairo on Monday (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Egyptian Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Tarek El-Molla receives Qatari Energy Minister Saad bin Sherida al-Kaabi in Cairo on Monday (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Egypt, Qatar to Boost Cooperation Through Gas Exporting Countries Forum

Egyptian Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Tarek El-Molla receives Qatari Energy Minister Saad bin Sherida al-Kaabi in Cairo on Monday (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Egyptian Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Tarek El-Molla receives Qatari Energy Minister Saad bin Sherida al-Kaabi in Cairo on Monday (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Egypt and Qatar have agreed to bolster cooperation in the energy sector at the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) through continuous bilateral coordination.

Egyptian Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Tarek El-Molla held talks on Monday with Qatari Energy Minister Saad bin Sherida al-Kaabi.

In a press statement, Molla said that there is a mutual wish to push bilateral relations “toward wider prospects amid the fraternal ties and promising opportunities”.

The meeting showcased the current projects of Qatar in Egypt whether in gas and petroleum exploration in the Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea or in the field of petroleum refining.

It took place ahead of the 24th Ministerial Meeting of the GECF which will be held in Cairo Tuesday.

The discussions dealt with energy relations and cooperation between Qatar and Egypt.

In the meantime, the GECF Global Gas Model and Accelerated Energy Transition Scenario Workshop was held in Cairo to discuss opportunities and challenges which the gas industry faces globally.

During his inaugural speech, Molla underscored the importance of long-term cooperation among the members of the Forum.

The Forum is considered an opportunity to exchange ideas about the challenges and opportunities in the energy industry, and it provides a space for constructive dialogue, said the minister.

“Natural gas has gained great momentum as the optimal source of energy in Egypt,” he added.

The workshop was attended by some GECF ministers and Secretary-General Mohamed Hamel.



Mawani Boosts Saudi Ports with New MSC Himalaya Express Service

Mawani Boosts Saudi Ports with New MSC Himalaya Express Service
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Mawani Boosts Saudi Ports with New MSC Himalaya Express Service

Mawani Boosts Saudi Ports with New MSC Himalaya Express Service

The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has announced the addition of MSC's Himalaya Express shipping service to King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam and Jubail Commercial Port.

This strategic move aims to bolster national exports and elevate the competitiveness of both ports regionally and internationally, SPA reported.

The new service directly links the two ports to 12 key regional and international destinations: Jebel Ali and Abu Dhabi (UAE), Hamad Port (Qatar), Nhava Sheva, Mundra, and Vizhinjam (India), Sines (Portugal), Gioia Tauro and Genoa (Italy), and Valencia, Barcelona, and Malaga (Spain). The service boasts a substantial capacity of up to 14,000 TEUs.

This initiative is part of Mawani's ongoing efforts to enhance the Kingdom's standing in global performance indicators and increase operational efficiency at its ports. It aligns directly with the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy, which seeks to solidify Saudi Arabia's position as a global logistics hub connecting three continents.