Egyptian President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi received in Cairo on Tuesday Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev with both officials underscoring their cooperation in military, security and economic fields. Sisi praised the Russian efforts in the comprehensive development process in Egypt, confirming the importance of promoting military cooperation between the two countries, according to a statement by presidency spokesperson Bassam Rady. The meeting was attended by Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukri, head of General Intelligence Service Abbas Kamel and the Russian ambassador in Cairo. Sisi praised Egyptian-Russian relations, referring to the establishment of the nuclear plant in Dabaa which is significant step forward in boosting bilateral relations. He also discussed the Russian industrial zone, which will be established in East Port Said and will help enhance direct Russian investments in the joint production sector. The meeting also discussed consolidating coordination and cooperation on regional issues, challenges in the Middle East, military and security cooperation and the recent developments in the area, especially in Syria and Libya. The two sides underlined the need to reach solutions to these crises in a way that preserves the unity of these countries. Patrushev expressed Moscow’s keenness on developing Egyptian-Russian relations. He pointed out the importance of working to consolidate efforts on the military and security fronts, especially with regard to the fight against terrorism and extremism. He lauded Egypt’s efforts in fighting terrorism, stressing the need to join efforts in establishing mechanisms that fight this international threat.