Egypt Launches First Solar Power Plant in Djibouti

Egypt and Djibouti have officially established Foundation Stone on Wednesday, June 18 for the first solar energy plant in Djibouti, located in the town of Omar Kaji in the Arta region.

This important project, announced By the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it aims to strengthen energy cooperation between the two nations, which reflects a commitment to sustainable development and mutual support.

The initiative is a collaborative Effort between the Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy of Egypt and the Ministry of Energy of Djibouti, with financial support from the Egyptian Agency of Association for Development.

The Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) is also involved In the technical execution of the project showing a united front in the advance of renewable energy solutions.

The key officials attended the launch ceremony, including Djibouti Energy Minister, Young Ali Gedi and Major General Mohamed Osama Issa, the Deputy Minister of Electricity of Egypt.

Your presence civil The importance of this project, which follows the directives of President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi after his visit to Djibouti in April. This initiative is considered a flavor to frames between the two countries.

Duration A preparatory visit by an Egyptian High Level Delegation from June 15 to 17, Discussions centered By improving bilateral cooperation in the renewable electricity and energy sectors.

The solar energy plant is expected attend As a model for future collaboration efforts, with plans already in progress to expand the National Electricity of Djibouti and improve its wind power capabilities in the Ghoubet region.

Both Egyptian officials and Djibutianos acclaimed This project as a milestone that embodies its shared objectives for sustainable access and south-south cooperation.