Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdellati met with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, in New York. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the high-level segment of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. According to a statement by Egyptian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Nader Zaki, the two ministers discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations and cooperation between Egypt and Morocco.
During the meeting, Abdellati emphasized the special nature of Egyptian-Moroccan relations and the historical ties between the two countries. He expressed his country's keenness to continue enhancing cooperation in various fields. The ministers also reviewed the outcomes of the first session of the Egyptian-Moroccan coordination and follow-up committee. They highlighted the importance of building on these outcomes to promote economic, trade, and investment relations between the two nations.
The two ministers also exchanged views on several regional issues of common interest. These included the latest developments in the Palestinian issue, as well as the situations in Sudan and Libya. They stressed the importance of continued coordination and consultation to support regional security and stability. The ministers also emphasized the need to promote Arab and African cooperation.
The meeting between Abdellati and Bourita reflects the strong relations between Egypt and Morocco. The two countries have a long history of cooperation and coordination on various regional and international issues. Their discussions in New York aimed to further strengthen this cooperation and explore new areas of collaboration.
Egypt and Morocco have been working together on various initiatives to promote economic and trade cooperation. These initiatives include efforts to increase bilateral trade and investment, as well as cooperation in the fields of agriculture, energy, and infrastructure. The two countries have also been coordinating on regional and international issues, including the fight against terrorism and extremism.
The UN General Assembly provides a platform for countries to discuss global issues and promote international cooperation. The meeting between Abdellati and Bourita on the sidelines of the Assembly reflects the importance of bilateral and multilateral diplomacy in addressing regional and global challenges. The two ministers' discussions in New York aimed to promote Egyptian-Moroccan cooperation and coordination on various issues.
The Egyptian-Moroccan relationship is an important aspect of regional cooperation in the Arab and African world. The two countries have a shared commitment to promoting peace, stability, and economic development in the region. Their meeting in New York highlights the ongoing efforts to strengthen this relationship and promote cooperation on regional and international issues.
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- Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdellati met with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita on September 22, 2026, on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.
