Higher Education Minister Ashraf el Shihi has stressed the importance of boosting cooperation between Egypt and Latvia.

Shihi, in a meeting with the Latvian ambassador here Monday, said his Ministry is keen on facilitating all procedures needed for Latvian students to enroll in Egyptian universities.

They discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in the fields of higher education and scientific research. 

The diplomat hailed as "deep" relations between Riga and Cairo.

Source: MENA