Egyptian Foreign Minister, Abdel-Aati, participated in the 22nd ordinary session of the CEN-SAD Executive Council in Tripoli, Libya, on November 7. He delivered a speech outlining Egypt's vision to enhance the effectiveness of the community in supporting security, stability, and development in the Sahel and Sahara regions. The minister stressed the need for regional cooperation to address growing security threats, including terrorism and organized transnational crime.
Abdel-Aati highlighted the importance of activating specialized mechanisms within the CEN-SAD, particularly the Saharan-Sahelian Center for Counter-Terrorism, which is based in Cairo. He reviewed Egyptian efforts to establish and equip the center's permanent headquarters and support its training activities to contribute to regional stability. Egypt's initiatives aim to bolster the center's capabilities in combating terrorism and promoting regional security.
The Egyptian Foreign Minister emphasized the need to transition from mere meetings to institutional effectiveness, focusing on practical programs with measurable outcomes. He noted that CEN-SAD has inherent strengths that qualify it to play a more active role in promoting regional security, stability, and development. Abdel-Aati stressed the importance of stable and transparent financial rules, regular resources, and collective commitment from member states.
Abdel-Aati reaffirmed Egypt's support for efforts to strengthen CEN-SAD's role and enhance cooperation with member states and the Executive Secretariat. He emphasized the importance of achieving practical results that contribute to restoring the community's institutional effectiveness and promoting regional integration. Egypt's engagement with CEN-SAD reflects its commitment to regional cooperation and stability.
The CEN-SAD community comprises 25 member states from the Sahel and Sahara regions, aiming to promote economic, social, and cultural cooperation among its members. The organization's efforts focus on addressing common challenges, including poverty, inequality, and insecurity. Egypt's active participation in CEN-SAD underscores its dedication to regional cooperation and development.
Abdel-Aati's speech at the CEN-SAD Executive Council session reflects Egypt's commitment to promoting regional stability and security. His emphasis on practical cooperation and institutional effectiveness highlights the need for CEN-SAD to deliver tangible results in addressing regional challenges. Egypt's vision for CEN-SAD aligns with its broader foreign policy objectives, focusing on promoting peace, stability, and cooperation in the region.
The 22nd CEN-SAD Executive Council session in Tripoli provided a platform for member states to discuss regional challenges and opportunities. Abdel-Aati's participation and speech demonstrate Egypt's engagement with regional organizations and its commitment to addressing common challenges. The session's outcomes will likely shape CEN-SAD's future initiatives and strategies in promoting regional cooperation and stability.
Key points
- Egypt's Foreign Minister emphasizes regional cooperation to combat terrorism and promote stability in the Sahel and Sahara regions.
