Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdellati met with his British counterpart Ed Miliband on September 21, on the sidelines of the high-level segment of the 81st UN General Assembly in New York. The meeting was an opportunity for the two ministers to discuss ways to enhance bilateral relations and address regional developments. According to a statement by the Egyptian Foreign Ministry's spokesperson Nader Zaki, Abdellati expressed Egypt's desire to continue elevating Egyptian-British relations and pushing for their development.
During the meeting, Abdellati emphasized the importance of building on the momentum in bilateral relations and continuing to follow up on the implementation of the Partnership Agreement between the two countries. He also highlighted the need to facilitate Egyptian exports to the British market, increase trade exchange rates, and provide more opportunities for British investments in Egypt. These efforts aim to support mutual interests and enhance economic returns for both countries.
The two ministers also reviewed recent developments on several regional files, including the situation in the Gaza Strip. They stressed the importance of moving forward with the implementation of the US President's peace plan and the need to stop all settlement activities in the West Bank. Additionally, they discussed developments related to the Iranian file and the crisis in Yemen, as well as the implications for regional security, stability, energy security, and freedom of navigation.
The meeting also touched on the situation in Sudan, with Abdellati emphasizing the importance of preserving the country's sovereignty, unity, and national institutions. Both ministers agreed to intensify close coordination to support efforts to achieve security and stability in the region. They also expressed their commitment to cooperation in various international forums on issues of common interest.
The Egyptian and British foreign ministers discussed ways to strengthen economic and trade cooperation, including increasing British investments in Egypt and facilitating access to the British market for Egyptian exports. These efforts aim to support economic growth and development in both countries.
The meeting between Abdellati and Miliband reflects the ongoing efforts to enhance bilateral relations between Egypt and the UK. The two countries have a long-standing partnership, and the meeting provided an opportunity for them to discuss ways to build on this relationship. The ministers also emphasized the importance of continued coordination and cooperation on regional and international issues.
The discussions between the Egyptian and British foreign ministers demonstrate their shared commitment to addressing regional challenges and promoting stability and security. The meeting highlighted the importance of international cooperation in addressing these issues and the need for continued dialogue and coordination between countries.
Key points
- Egypt and the UK are working to enhance bilateral relations, including economic and trade cooperation.
- The two countries are also coordinating on regional issues, including the situation in Gaza and Sudan.
- The meeting between the foreign ministers reflects the ongoing efforts to build on the partnership between Egypt and the UK.
