Xi in Cairo and Egypt’s strategic balancing act

Xi in Cairo and Egypt’s strategic balancing act

September 3, 2026 · 1h 0m

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The episode discusses Xi's visit to Egypt and its implications for Egypt's diplomatic relationships.

Xi is visiting Egypt for the first time in a decade. Why does Cairo matter to Beijing and what does the visit tell us about Egypt’s ability to balance its relationships with China, the US and its regional partners? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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