Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi welcomed Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on his first visit to Egypt, congratulating him on Senegal's assumption of the chairmanship of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 8th Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union. President El-Sisi expressed appreciation for President Faye's participation in the summit of the founding states of the African Union Development Agency (NEPAD) and the 8th Mid-Year Coordination Meeting.
During the meeting, President Faye expressed Senegal's support for Egypt's stance on the Nile River issue, emphasizing the importance of wise management of shared water resources and respect for relevant international law. According to a statement by Egyptian Presidential Spokesperson Ambassador Mohamed El-Shinawy, President Faye cited the model of the Senegal River Development Organization, which relies on consultation, dialogue, and non-harm, as a means to enhance water security and support sustainable development paths in Africa.
The two leaders exchanged views on several regional files, stressing the need for comprehensive and peaceful solutions that address the root causes of crises, preserve state unity and sovereignty, and maintain territorial integrity. They also discussed the issue of water, with President El-Sisi affirming Egypt's keenness to strengthen historical and fraternal relations between the two countries and peoples.
President El-Sisi expressed Egypt's readiness to support the implementation of Senegal's Five-Year Plan and Vision 2050 by sharing Egyptian expertise and expanding cooperation in vital sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, irrigation networks, land reclamation, and energy. The two leaders witnessed a meeting that highlighted areas of cooperation between Egypt and Senegal.
The meeting also touched on ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in various fields, with President El-Sisi affirming Egypt's commitment to elevating the frameworks of cooperation between the two countries. The Senegalese President's visit is seen as an opportunity to strengthen ties between Egypt and Senegal.
According to Ambassador El-Shinawy, the meeting demonstrated the strong relations between Egypt and Senegal, with both leaders emphasizing the importance of cooperation and consultation on regional issues. The two countries have a long history of cooperation, and the meeting aimed to further strengthen these ties.
The visit by President Faye to Egypt is expected to boost cooperation between the two nations, particularly in the areas of economic development and regional security. The leaders' discussions on the Nile River and regional cooperation reflect the growing importance of Africa's water resources and the need for collaborative management.
Key points
- Egypt and Senegal have agreed to enhance cooperation in vital sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, and energy.
