Former Egyptian Prime Minister Essam Sharaf hailed China as a \"peaceful power\" shaping global development during his 46th visit to the Chinese mainland, calling the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) the world's largest international cooperation platform in an exclusive interview with CMG.
Sharaf, who has visited China over 40 times since 1977, emphasized that \"no other country has had such a positive impact on such a large group of nations\" while discussing the 10th anniversary of the China-Egypt comprehensive strategic partnership. He described China's three global initiatives as crucial \"building blocks\" for creating a shared future for humanity 🌐.
Addressing modern challenges, the former leader warned about a \"media war\" spreading misinformation about China's efforts, advocating for people-to-people exchanges and cultural cooperation to bridge understanding gaps. \"The world depends on China,\" Sharaf asserted, highlighting technology transfer and infrastructure projects as key areas fueling China-Egypt collaboration.
With 2024 marked as the China-Egypt Year of Partnership, Sharaf's insights reveal how ancient civilizations are crafting new synergies in green energy, AI, and cultural diplomacy 💡. His remarks come as over 150 countries and regions participate in BRI projects reshaping global connectivity.
