Malta and Egypt agree on strengthening cooperation in energy sector

Malta and Egypt have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for strengthened cooperation in the areas of energy and electricity. The signing of the agreement took place in Valletta, between Miriam Dalli, Minister for the Environment, Energy and Regeneration of the Grand Harbour, and Mohamed Hamed Shaker El-Markabi, Minister for Electricity and Renewable Energy of the Arab Republic of Egypt. 

The agreement lays down the areas for possible cooperation between the two countries, seeking to increase the exchange of knowledge and expertise in the domains of energy sources and generation of electricity, focusing on diversification and security of supply. 

“We are exploring potentials in renewable energy systems and emerging technologies and fostering research and innovation within the energy and electricity sectors. Both countries believe in supporting the public and private sectors in implementing energy efficiency initiatives and measures,” Minister Miriam Dalli explained.