President Lee Jae-myung held a summit with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, who is on a state visit to South Korea, on October 8. The Blue House announced that special honors would be extended through various means, including an FA-50 air defense flight, a welcome video for President El-Sisi displayed on a large screen along Sejong-daero, and a media facade at Lotte Tower and Namsan Seoul Tower.
The official welcome ceremony will feature a traditional honor guard and a military band escorting the president's vehicle, with around 70 personnel involved. Additionally, approximately 280 members of the armed forces will be present, along with a performance by the Gunpo City Youth Choir, which will sing "Fiha Haja Helwa," a song favored by President El-Sisi, composed by renowned Egyptian musician Omar Khairat, celebrating the beauty of Egypt.
During a state luncheon attended by over 70 dignitaries from both countries, traditional Egyptian culinary elements will be reinterpreted using Korean ingredients and cooking methods, showcasing a blend of the two nations' food cultures. The luncheon will conclude with a performance by a traditional and modern Korean music band, Black String.
In consideration of President El-Sisi's interest in cycling, the Blue House plans to present him with a premium bicycle from a Korean company. The Blue House stated, "We reflected the major cooperation achievements between the two countries and President El-Sisi's personal preferences, including high-level special honors appropriate for a state guest."
Meanwhile, Presidents Lee and El-Sisi are set to hold their summit at the Blue House. This marks President El-Sisi's first visit to South Korea in ten years, following their last meeting during President Lee's visit to Egypt in November of the previous year. At that time, the two leaders agreed to promote the Korea-Egypt Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
* This article has been translated by AI.
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