Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdel Aty delivered a written message from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa on October 31. The message emphasized Egypt's eagerness to enhance bilateral relations and continue coordination on regional and international issues of mutual interest. The handover took place during a meeting between the Bahraini monarch and the Egyptian Foreign Minister, attended by Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa and National Security Adviser Major General Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa.
During the meeting, Abdel Aty conveyed President El-Sisi's greetings to King Hamad, highlighting Egypt's appreciation for the fraternal ties between the two nations. He expressed Egypt's commitment to further developing cooperation in various fields to meet the aspirations of both peoples. King Hamad requested that Abdel Aty convey his greetings to President El-Sisi, praising the strength of Egyptian-Bahraini relations and their ongoing cooperation.
The discussions also covered recent regional developments, with Abdel Aty reviewing Egypt's diplomatic efforts to mitigate escalation and prevent the expansion of tensions threatening regional security and stability. He stressed the importance of intensifying initiatives to reduce escalation and avoid steps that could exacerbate security situations. Abdel Aty emphasized Egypt's complete solidarity with Bahrain in facing any threats to its security and stability.
Abdel Aty reiterated that the security of Gulf states is an integral part of Egypt's national security. He affirmed Egypt's commitment to supporting the security, stability, and sovereignty of Gulf nations, particularly in the face of current regional challenges. The Egyptian Foreign Minister's statements underscored the strong bilateral ties and mutual interests between Egypt and Bahrain.
The meeting witnessed a mutual appreciation for the level of relations between Egypt and Bahrain, with both sides emphasizing the importance of continued communication and coordination on priority issues. Abdel Aty expressed Egypt's great appreciation for King Hamad's role in supporting and developing bilateral relations. The two parties discussed ways to build on existing cooperation to enhance the Egyptian-Bahraini partnership across various sectors.
The talks also touched upon the importance of sustained dialogue and coordination between Arab states to address common challenges. Abdel Aty highlighted Egypt's rejection of any aggression that would compromise Bahrain's sovereignty or territorial integrity. The Egyptian Foreign Minister's visit aimed to strengthen bilateral ties and reaffirm Egypt's commitment to regional security and stability.
Key aspects of the meeting included a reaffirmation of Egypt's commitment to Gulf security, an appreciation for the strong bilateral relations between Egypt and Bahrain, and a mutual emphasis on the importance of continued coordination and cooperation to address regional challenges. The message from President El-Sisi to King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa reflects Egypt's ongoing efforts to enhance its relations with Gulf states and contribute to regional stability.
Key points
- Egypt's President Sisi sends a message to Bahrain's King, affirming commitment to Gulf security and bilateral relations.
- The message emphasizes Egypt's eagerness to enhance bilateral relations and continue coordination on regional and international issues.
- Egypt's Foreign Minister highlights the importance of sustained dialogue and coordination between Arab states to address common challenges.
