Egypt and Syria have renewed discussions on expanding energy cooperation as part of efforts aimed at supporting the recovery and development of Syria’s energy sector. The talks took place during a meeting between Egyptian Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi and Syrian Minister of Energy Mohammed Al-Bashir while both officials were in the United States, according to an official statement. The meeting centered on opportunities to strengthen collaboration in the oil and natural gas sectors, reflecting the longstanding relationship between the two countries and their broader commitment to advancing regional energy cooperation.
A key focus of the discussions was the implementation of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) previously signed by Egypt and Syria in the natural gas sector. The ministers reviewed developments related to the agreement and examined the progress of follow-up measures concerning gas supply through the Arab Gas Pipeline. In addition, both sides explored ways to rehabilitate and modernize Syria’s energy infrastructure by utilizing the expertise and technical capabilities available within the Egyptian petroleum sector. Particular attention was given to the potential role of engineering and construction companies ENPPI and Petrojet in supporting these efforts. The meeting also addressed cooperation in technical training, capacity building, and the exchange of expertise designed to contribute to the advancement of Syria’s energy sector.
During the discussions, Badawi said that Egyptian-Syrian relations are built on deep-rooted historical and fraternal ties, which provide a strong foundation for expanding cooperation across various sectors, particularly energy. He also added that the shared interests and aligned vision of both countries regarding Arab integration create significant opportunities to strengthen partnerships in the oil and natural gas industries for the mutual benefit of both nations.
Badawi further noted that Egypt possesses extensive expertise across the oil and gas value chain, supported by advanced infrastructure that includes gas transmission networks, processing facilities, and liquefaction plants. According to him, these strengths position Egypt to support energy cooperation projects with Syria in the coming period.
He also emphasized that stronger energy cooperation between the two countries could contribute to enhanced energy security, deeper regional integration, and greater support for development, reconstruction efforts, and the recovery of Syria’s energy sector.
At the conclusion of the meeting, both ministers agreed to maintain coordination and continue exploring the creation of a technical mechanism to oversee the implementation of agreed projects and cooperation opportunities. The objective is to support the recovery of Syria’s energy sector while further strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two nations.
