Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf held talks with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. The meeting allowed both sides to assess the quality of their bilateral relations, which have experienced unprecedented growth in recent years under the guidance of Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
The two ministers reviewed preparations for the upcoming meeting of the follow-up committee in October to enhance economic cooperation in all areas. This is in implementation of the outcomes of the ninth Algerian-Egyptian High Joint Committee held in Cairo in November 2025. They also discussed ways to strengthen cooperation and expand partnership between the two countries.
The two sides exchanged views on regional and international issues of common interest, particularly developments in the Middle East, Sudan, Libya, and the Sahel region. They agreed to continue coordination and consultation to promote political solutions and avert threats posed by ongoing conflicts, instability, and external interference in the region.
The meeting also provided an opportunity for the two ministers to discuss the current state of affairs in the region and the challenges facing both countries. They emphasized the importance of bilateral cooperation in addressing these challenges and promoting peace and stability in the region.
Ahmed Attaf and Badr Abdelatty also touched on the importance of enhancing economic cooperation between Algeria and Egypt. They noted that the two countries have significant potential for growth and development and that increased cooperation could help to unlock new opportunities for trade and investment.
The Algerian and Egyptian foreign ministers also discussed ways to strengthen their countries' relations with other nations in the region. They emphasized the need for greater coordination and cooperation between countries in the region to address common challenges and promote peace and stability.
The meeting between Ahmed Attaf and Badr Abdelatty is a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations between Algeria and Egypt. The two countries have a long history of cooperation and have significant potential for growth and development. The meeting has laid the groundwork for future cooperation and has provided a framework for addressing regional challenges.
Key points
- Algerian and Egyptian foreign ministers discuss regional issues and economic cooperation.
- The two countries agree to continue coordination and consultation to promote political solutions and avert threats in the region.
- The meeting lays the groundwork for future cooperation and provides a framework for addressing regional challenges.
