Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdellati emphasized his country's commitment to strengthening relations with the United States across various political, economic, and investment domains. This statement was made during a meeting with Masood Pulus, senior advisor to the US President for Arab and African affairs, on the sidelines of the Africa El Alamein Forum. The meeting reflected a shared appreciation for the depth of the strategic partnership between Egypt and the US.
The Egyptian Foreign Ministry's spokesperson, Ambassador Nader Zaki, stated that the meeting demonstrated a mutual recognition of the strong partnership between Egypt and the US. Pulus expressed his admiration for Egypt's role in Africa and highlighted that Egypt's hosting of significant African events in El Alamein showcases increasing engagement that contributes to enhancing African cooperation. This cooperation is particularly needed in the economic and investment sectors.
The discussion also touched on the situation in Libya and efforts to advance the political process and end the country's division. Abdellati stressed the importance of maintaining Libya's unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, as well as supporting the unity of its national institutions. He emphasized the need for integrated regional and international efforts to support Libya's political path, helping Libyan parties reach a sustainable solution that reflects their will and preserves state unity.
The Horn of Africa was another key topic, with Abdellati underscoring the importance of de-escalation and political solutions. He supported strengthening national state institutions and noted that Israel's recognition of Somaliland contradicts international law, violating Somalia's sovereignty and unity. This move, he warned, undermines stability in the Horn of Africa and threatens security in the region and the Red Sea.
Both parties also explored developments in Sudan, with Abdellati emphasizing the need to preserve Sudan's unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. He highlighted the importance of protecting the country's national institutions and people's capabilities. Abdellati stressed the necessity of building on current efforts to end the conflict and create conditions for political solutions through dialogue and negotiation.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdellati reiterated Egypt's water security concerns, emphasizing adherence to international law and rejecting unilateral actions on the Nile River. The discussions between Egypt and the US underscored a shared interest in addressing regional challenges through diplomatic means and fostering cooperation on issues of mutual concern.
The meeting between Abdellati and Pulus concluded with a reaffirmation of the strong bilateral relationship and a commitment to enhancing cooperation across various sectors. Key areas of focus included political coordination, economic collaboration, and addressing regional security challenges. The two parties expressed their willingness to continue dialogue and joint efforts to promote stability and development in the region.
Key points
- Egypt and the US are committed to strengthening their strategic partnership across political, economic, and investment domains.
- The two countries discussed regional issues, including the situations in Libya, the Horn of Africa, and Sudan.
- Egypt emphasized its concerns regarding water security and adherence to international law on the Nile River.
