Germany’s new ambassador to Egypt, Jürgen Schulz, presented his credentials to President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi on Monday during an official ceremony held in Cairo.
Following the presentation, Ambassador Schulz emphasised the significance of the relationship between Germany and Egypt, characterising Egypt as a strategic partner for Germany in areas encompassing foreign policy, economic collaboration, cultural exchange, and scientific cooperation.
Schulz conveyed his dedication to reinforcing bilateral connections across a range of sectors. He reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing German-Egyptian cooperation in ways that serve the shared interests of both nations.
Prior to this appointment, Schulz, a career diplomat, held positions at German embassies in Ankara and New York. He also served in significant roles within Germany’s diplomatic service.
Recently, Schulz travelled to North Sinai, where he conducted an assessment of the conditions in Arish and at the Rafah border crossing. During this visit, he engaged with local authorities and representatives from aid organisations to discuss initiatives aimed at alleviating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The German ambassador commended Egypt’s continuous efforts to provide humanitarian assistance to Gaza and to facilitate the delivery of aid. He highlighted these actions as evidence of the robust relationship between the two countries.
Schulz holds a degree in economics from Ruhr University Bochum in Germany. His personal interests include classical music, sports, and contemporary literature.
