New Delhi, Jan 4 : Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil will embark on a five-day visit to Egypt tomorrow to boost bilateral relations with that country.

Patil will hold discussions with Egyptian leaders, including Egyptian Interior Minister General Habib Ibrahim Habib El Adly on issues of bilateral interest and will also meet Egyptian President Mohammed Hosni Mubarak, a government release said.

According to the release, during Patil’s visit, both the countries will sign Agreement on Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty on Criminal Matters and the Agreement on Transfer of Sentenced Persons. (ANI)