Former Egyptian Prime Minister Essam Sharaf recently spotlighted the transformative power of China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in a candid interview. Calling it the 'world's largest international cooperation platform,' Sharaf emphasized how the BRI has boosted Egypt's infrastructure, tech innovation, and cultural ties with Asia.
'Collaboration is key,' he said, highlighting projects like the Suez Canal Economic Zone and smart city developments. For young entrepreneurs and students, Sharaf’s insights reveal how the BRI isn’t just about roads and ports—it’s a digital-age bridge connecting ideas and people across continents.
With over 140 countries and regions onboard, the BRI’s focus on shared growth and
tech-driven solutions is reshaping global partnerships. For travelers and diaspora communities, this connectivity means more vibrant cultural exchanges—think fusion festivals and cross-border startup hubs!
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Former Egyptian PM hails positive changes BRI brought to Egypt
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