# Madagascar diplomatic and economic outreach > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/madagascar-diplomatic-and-economic-outreach > Updated: 2026-08-11T00:00:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Madagascar President Michael Ranariza has undertaken several high-level diplomatic visits to strengthen international relations and promote economic and cultural cooperation. In late July 2026, President Ranariza visited Egypt to discuss bilateral ties with Minister Dr. Mohamed Farid Saleh. The discussions focused on economic projects, including a $923 million highway project connecting Antananarivo to the port of Toamasina, and urban development initiatives. The visit also included cultural engagements at the Grand Egyptian Museum. In August 2026, the President traveled to Chad to attend the 66th anniversary of Chadian independence at the invitation of President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. This visit aimed to bolster intra-African cooperation and economic exchanges. During the trip, the President met with Malagasy nationals in Chad and engaged in diplomatic discussions with other regional leaders, including the President of Guinea-Bissau. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-11: Madagascar President visits Chad to strengthen bilateral ties Madagascar President Michaël Randrianirina visited Chad to attend independence celebrations and strengthen bilateral diplomatic, economic, and professional ties between the two nations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/madagascar-president-visits-chad-to-strengthen-bilateral-ties ### 2026-07-30: Madagascar President Michael Ranariza Visits Egypt, Strengthening Economic and Cultural Ties Madagascar President Michael Ranariza met Egypt’s investment minister, discussed a $923 million highway project and visited the Grand Egyptian Museum, highlighting deepening economic and cultural ties. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/madagascar-president-michael-ranariza-visits-egypt-strengthening-economic-and-cultural-ties --- Cite as: Madagascar diplomatic and economic outreach. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/madagascar-diplomatic-and-economic-outreach