Michaël Randrianirina left the capital yesterday morning. The president of the Refoundation of the Republic, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, flew to Egypt on Tuesday, July 28. At the heart of this official visit is an anticipated meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sissi, in a context marked by strengthened relations between Madagascar and this North African country, according to the Republic's presidency. Accompanied by his wife and a delegation of ministers, the head of state departed from Ivato international airport yesterday morning. This diplomatic mission reflects the regime's stated desire to intensify cooperation with African partners and to "consolidate Madagascar's place on the continental stage." The meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sissi is expected to open new avenues for collaboration in several fields. While no official details have yet been communicated about potential agreements, discussions should focus on "strengthening bilateral relations and major cooperation issues between the two countries," according to sources close to the presidency. Before his departure, Michaël Randrianirina emphasized the strategic importance of this visit. "I remain convinced that cooperation between African states will allow the African Union to go even further," he declared, highlighting the need for increased solidarity among continental nations. The president's visit comes at a time when Madagascar is multiplying diplomatic initiatives across Africa. In recent months, Malagasy authorities have demonstrated their willingness to diversify partnerships and strengthen their involvement in African institutions. In recent months, Michaël Randrianirina has already visited Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, Congo-Brazzaville, and Gabon. This visit to Egypt thus represents another step in this diplomatic strategy, with economic, political, and institutional partnerships in sight for the benefit of both countries and the African continent.