Rapprochement between Türkiye and Egypt: Implications in the Horn of Africa
- July-December 2024 |
- Africa Trends
After a decade of strained relations, high-level diplomatic engagements including reciprocal presidential visits have fostered renewed cooperation in trade, energy, and defense. Türkiye’s supply of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to Egypt underscores growing military collaboration. This normalization influences regional stability, particularly in the Horn of Africa, where both nations have vested interests. Key economic drivers, such as bilateral trade growth, foreign direct investment, and energy cooperation, are analysed alongside persistent geopolitical tensions, including Libya, Sudan, and Eastern Mediterranean disputes. While pragmatic considerations fuel this rapprochement, ideological and strategic divergences remain. The evolving Türkiye-Egypt partnership will significantly impact regional power dynamics, shaping alliances and conflict resolution efforts in the Horn of Africa and beyond.
