Xi's Egypt Visit: A Glimpse into Beijing's New Regional Playbook The reception reserved for Chinese President Xi Jinping in Cairo this week is a testament to Egypt's strategic pivot towards Asia.
Over the past decade, Egypt has been quietly shifting its focus from the United States to other major world powers.
Egypt's push for diversification stems from its desire to reduce its dependence on US military aid, which has underpinned the country's defense strategy since the 1970s.