Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abd al-Atti emphasized on Saturday that Egypt will not intervene in the internal affairs of other countries, including Ethiopia. In a statement to Al-Qahera News, Abd al-Atti stressed that non-interference is a cornerstone of Egypt's foreign policy. He made these remarks in response to recent developments between Egypt and Ethiopia. The minister's comments come amid heightened tensions between the two nations.
According to Abd al-Atti, Egypt's policy is centered on avoiding involvement in the internal affairs of other countries. He described attempts by external parties to assume responsibility for crises in other nations as unacceptable and unproductive. Such actions, he argued, do not contribute to achieving stability. The minister's stance aligns with Egypt's long-standing commitment to respecting the sovereignty of other nations.
The Egyptian Foreign Minister also addressed recent statements made by Ethiopian officials. He suggested that these statements aim to divert attention from Ethiopia's internal challenges. Abd al-Atti described these efforts as transparent attempts to shift focus away from domestic issues. His comments reflect Egypt's perspective on the situation.
On Friday, an Egyptian official source expressed disappointment over Ethiopia's decision to declare a member of the Egyptian embassy in Addis Ababa persona non grata. The source described this move as unjustified and regrettable. Egypt has consistently demonstrated its commitment to non-interference, in line with international law and the United Nations charter.
The Egyptian source further noted that Ethiopia often attributes its domestic failures to external factors. This approach, the source argued, is used to deflect attention from Ethiopia's internal problems. Egypt's decision to label an Ethiopian diplomat persona non grata was made in accordance with the principle of reciprocity.
As a result, the Ethiopian diplomat was given 48 hours to leave Egypt. This decision was made in response to Ethiopia's earlier declaration against an Egyptian embassy staff member. The developments reflect a recent escalation in tensions between Egypt and Ethiopia.
Egypt's position on non-interference underscores its commitment to maintaining diplomatic relations based on mutual respect. The country's foreign policy priorities include fostering cooperation and avoiding involvement in the internal affairs of other nations. This stance is expected to continue guiding Egypt's interactions with other countries.
Key points
- Egypt's Foreign Minister reaffirms country's commitment to non-interference in internal affairs of other nations
- Recent developments between Egypt and Ethiopia have heightened tensions between the two nations
- Egypt's stance on non-interference aligns with international law and the United Nations charter
