The foreign ministers of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey held a consultative meeting in New York City on Tuesday, September 2023, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. The meeting was attended by the ministers of foreign affairs of the four countries. They exchanged views on recent regional and international developments. The ministers emphasized the importance of continued consultation and coordination between the four countries to support peace, security, stability, and prosperity in the Middle East and beyond.
The ministers expressed their deep concern over the ongoing tensions and hostilities in the region. They stressed that dialogue and diplomacy are the only means of reaching sustainable solutions. They also emphasized the need to adhere to the Islamabad memorandum to achieve lasting peace and stability. The four countries reiterated their commitment to supporting the legitimate government of Yemen and the Presidential Leadership Council.
The ministers strongly condemned all attacks on Saudi Arabia, including recent Houthi attacks. They reaffirmed their unwavering support for Saudi Arabia's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and security. They also emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety and freedom of maritime navigation. The four countries expressed their support for the efforts of the Yemeni government and the Presidential Leadership Council to achieve security, stability, and development in Yemen.
The ministers also discussed the Palestinian issue. They reiterated the centrality of the Palestinian issue in achieving peace, security, and stability in the Middle East. They expressed their support for the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, including their inalienable right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent, sovereign, and viable state. The four countries emphasized the need to adhere to relevant UN Security Council resolutions.
The ministers also touched on the situation in Sudan. They reaffirmed their support for Sudan's sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity. They emphasized the importance of preserving the legitimate national institutions of Sudan and rejecting any parallel entities that could undermine Sudan's sovereignty and unity. The four countries stressed the need to stop the illicit flow of arms, mercenaries, and foreign fighters into Sudan.
The ministers also discussed other regional and international issues. They emphasized the need for continued coordination and consultation on regional and international developments. The four countries reiterated their commitment to supporting peace, security, and stability in the region. They also expressed their support for the efforts of the international community to address global challenges.
The meeting concluded with an agreement to continue close coordination and consultation on regional and international developments. The four countries emphasized their commitment to promoting collective security and consolidating regional stability in the long term. The ministers also expressed their satisfaction with the meeting and looked forward to continuing their consultations in the future.
Key points
- The four countries agreed to continue coordination and consultation on regional and international developments.
- The ministers condemned all attacks on Saudi Arabia and expressed their support for Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and security.
- The four countries reiterated their support for the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.
