Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim have expressed their desire to strengthen ties between their countries. During a joint press conference, El-Sisi stated that there is a significant amount of understanding and willingness to develop relations between Egypt and Malaysia. He added that the two countries will work together to identify new opportunities for cooperation and make the most of their capabilities.

El-Sisi highlighted several key sectors that Egypt is interested in cooperating with Malaysia, including renewable energy, industry, electronics, agriculture, and food industries. He emphasized that if the two countries work together sincerely, the results will be substantial. The Egyptian President also mentioned that he had a thorough discussion with Ibrahim about the importance of preparing preachers to practice moderate moderation.

The Azhar Sharia institution has been playing this role for over a thousand years and has been receiving students from all countries, including Malaysia. Egypt is willing to increase the number of Malaysian students and receive preachers and teachers from Malaysia. El-Sisi also expressed his appreciation for the warm welcome and hospitality he received during his visit to Malaysia.

El-Sisi and Ibrahim also discussed various regional and international issues, including the situation in the Middle East. They agreed on the importance of reducing escalation and finding diplomatic solutions to various crises. El-Sisi emphasized that Egypt will continue its efforts to stop the escalation in the Middle East and promote peace and development in the region.

The two leaders also discussed the Palestinian issue, with El-Sisi emphasizing the need for a just and comprehensive solution based on international legitimacy and the two-state solution. He praised Malaysia's supportive stance on the Palestinian issue and its efforts to provide humanitarian aid to the Palestinian people.

El-Sisi also thanked the Malaysian king and prime minister for conferring the Darjah Utama Kerabat Diraja Malaysia (the highest royal family order of Malaysia) on him, which reflects the strong appreciation between the two countries. He expressed his happiness with the visit and extended an invitation to the Malaysian king and prime minister to visit Egypt.

Key points of the discussion between El-Sisi and Ibrahim include the need for cooperation in various fields, the importance of finding diplomatic solutions to regional crises, and the necessity of a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian issue. The two leaders have demonstrated their commitment to strengthening ties between Egypt and Malaysia.

Key points

  • Egypt and Malaysia have agreed to enhance cooperation in multiple areas, including renewable energy, industry, and agriculture.
  • The two countries have expressed their desire to reduce escalation and find diplomatic solutions to regional crises.
  • Egypt has praised Malaysia's supportive stance on the Palestinian issue and its efforts to provide humanitarian aid to the Palestinian people.

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