The Turkish Ambassador to Egypt, Salih Mutlu Şen has confirmed that Ankara agrees with Egypt on the necessity of holding elections in Libya. He noted that an improvement in relations between the two countries would lead to a strengthening of dialogue on Libya.
During a television interview, the Turkish Ambassador stated that Egypt and Turkey are discussing ways to resolve the crisis in Libya, and ensure the stability and unity of the country. He explained that they “understand each other better, and there has been progress in building trust between us.”
The Ambassador emphasised that “political dialogue and political relations are built on trust between any two countries, and over the past three or four years, we have been able to build and restore trust between us.”
He stressed that Turkey and Egypt are “two important countries in the region, and their relationship is vital to improving the atmosphere of security and stability in the region, as well as promoting all areas of development. The region will benefit positively from this relationship.”
Notably, Egypt’s Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, Dr. Mohamed Shaker announced that the ministry is currently conducting studies to explore the possibility of increasing the capacity of the electricity connection line with Libya, from 150 megawatts to 2000 MW. He noted that the capacity was increased from 100 megawatts to 150 megawatts in January, at the request of the Libyan side.
In an exclusive statement to “Al Youm Al Sabaa”, the minister stated that the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company is currently conducting studies to increase the voltage of the connection from 220 kilovolts to 500 kilovolts.
He also stated that the ministry is “currently studying the possibility of increasing the capacity of the connection line between Egypt and Jordan, from 450 megawatts to 1100 megawatts, at a voltage of 400 kilovolts.”
Shaker explained that the goal is for Egypt to become a global energy hub by connecting with Africa, Europe, and the Gulf states. He emphasised that these projects will bring huge economic benefits to Egypt, despite the challenges involved.
He added that southward electricity connection studies towards the African continent are being conducted, this is to leverage the enormous potential of hydroelectric power in Africa. He affirmed that these projects will work to accommodate the massive energies generated from clean energy.
