RUSSIA: Egypt Signs Memorandum Of Understanding With Russia To Increase Direct Flights

MOSCOW, Russia

• The Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority has initialled a memorandum of understanding with the Russian Ministry of Transport.
• The step follows negotiations between the two sides to expand air transport cooperation.
• The proposed agreement allows approved carriers to operate more direct flights between Egypt and Russia. No specifics were disclosed.
• The Russian delegation was led by Deputy Transport Minister Vladimir Potishkin.
• Egyptian side was represented by Sameh Fawzy, head of the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority.
• The Russian Ministry of Transport stated Egypt remains a popular destination, with Russian carriers transporting about 2 million passengers in 2025.
• New agreements are expected to boost air transport between the two countries and provide more options for passengers.

Sources:

• Al Ouroba
• Russian MOT PR