Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met with Cypriot Defense Minister Vasilis Palamas on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at the Egyptian presidency. The meeting was attended by Egyptian Defense Minister Ashraf Salem Zahar and Cypriot Ambassador to Egypt Eleni Rafti. President el-Sisi welcomed Palamas' visit, expressing the importance of bilateral relations between Egypt and Cyprus. He emphasized the need to deepen their strategic partnership in various fields, particularly in security and military cooperation.
The Egyptian President requested that his greetings be conveyed to Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides. According to Presidential Spokesperson Mohamed Shenawy, el-Sisi highlighted the significance of trilateral cooperation between Egypt, Cyprus, and Greece. This cooperation is seen as a crucial mechanism for establishing security, stability, and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean region. The partnership aims to serve the interests of the three nations and address common challenges.
Minister Palamas conveyed greetings from President Christodoulides to el-Sisi, praising the close cooperation between Cyprus and Egypt. He noted the ongoing development in their collaboration across various sectors, including politics, economy, and military affairs. Palamas expressed appreciation for Egypt's role in reducing tension and promoting peace and stability in the region.
The Cypriot Defense Minister acknowledged Egypt's pivotal role in addressing irregular migration. He emphasized the importance of enhancing coordination between the two countries to tackle common challenges, particularly in the Mediterranean Sea. This meeting took place within the context of strengthening ties between Egypt and Cyprus.
President el-Sisi and Minister Palamas discussed ways to elevate their strategic partnership. They focused on areas of mutual interest, including security, military cooperation, and economic collaboration. The two leaders reviewed the current state of their bilateral relations and explored opportunities for further growth.
The trilateral cooperation between Egypt, Cyprus, and Greece aims to promote regional stability and address shared challenges. This partnership is expected to contribute to the prosperity of the Eastern Mediterranean region. The three nations have been working together to strengthen their cooperation in various fields.
The meeting between President el-Sisi and Minister Palamas reflects the ongoing efforts to enhance Egypt's relations with neighboring countries. The Egyptian President's emphasis on trilateral cooperation underscores the importance of regional collaboration in addressing common challenges. Egypt, Cyprus, and Greece continue to work together to promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.
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- Egypt's President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi receives Cypriot Defense Minister Vasilis Palamas to discuss bilateral cooperation and trilateral partnership with Greece.
