Egypt's Foreign Minister (FM) Sameh Shoukry received on Thursday his Armenian counterpart Ararat Mirzoyan, at the ministry headqurters in Cairo. 

At the outset of the meeting, Shoukry welcomed his Armenian counterpart, praising the deep historic relations between both countries, which are based on solid popular support. 

Moreover, FM stressed that his country considers Egypt as a second home for Armenians, adding that the Armenian authorities are in the process of taking measures to name one of the streets of the capital after the name of Egypt. 

In turn, Shoukry welcomed this kind gesture within the framework of relations between the two countries.

On the other hand, both ministers agreed on the importance of enhancing economic cooperation and trade exchange, especially in the field of medicines. They also discussed a proposal to launch a direct flight between the two countries to contribute to increasing and facilitating the movement of businessmen and the tourist flow.

On the developments of the conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan, Shoukry reaffirmed Egypt's firm position regarding the importance of resolving disputes by peaceful means in order to preserve people's capabilities and protect lives. 

At the end of the meeting, the two ministers agreed on the importance of maintaining the pace of communication to follow up on bilateral cooperation programs and proposals, as well as to intensify consultations on international issues of common interests.