Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met with his Congolese counterpart, Therese Wagner, in New York on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, to discuss ways to enhance bilateral relations and address regional issues of mutual interest. Abdelatty emphasized Egypt's appreciation for the historical ties between the two countries and highlighted the outcomes of Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi's visit to Cairo in June.
During the meeting, Abdelatty expressed his desire to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in various fields, including politics, economy, and development, and to increase trade exchange. He also invited the Congolese business community and companies to participate in the Africa Business Forum, scheduled to take place on the sidelines of the African Union's Mid-Year Summit in the Egyptian city of El Alamein from October 2-4.
The two ministers discussed water security and agreed on the importance of adhering to the rules and principles of international law governing transboundary watercourses, particularly the principle of not causing harm and prior notification. They emphasized the need to maintain a spirit of consensus and brotherhood to restore comprehensiveness to the Nile Basin Initiative.
Abdelatty and Wagner exchanged views on the latest security and political developments in the Horn of Africa and the Great Lakes region, and discussed ways to support efforts to achieve stability and promote peace and regional security. They agreed to continue coordinating and consulting to achieve their common interests.
The meeting between the Egyptian and Congolese foreign ministers took place on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. Egypt's Foreign Ministry has been actively engaged in various diplomatic efforts during the session, which provides a platform for countries to discuss global issues and address pressing challenges.
The discussions between Abdelatty and Wagner reflect the ongoing efforts of Egypt to strengthen its relations with African countries and promote cooperation on regional issues. The two countries have a long history of cooperation, and the meeting provided an opportunity for them to review their bilateral relations and explore new areas of collaboration.
Egypt and the Democratic Republic of Congo have been working together on various initiatives, including economic and infrastructure projects. The meeting between Abdelatty and Wagner is expected to further boost bilateral cooperation and enhance their joint efforts to address regional challenges.
Key points
- Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty meets with Congolese Foreign Minister Therese Wagner in New York to discuss bilateral relations and regional issues.
- The two ministers agree on the importance of adhering to international law governing transboundary watercourses.
- Egypt and the Democratic Republic of Congo have a long history of cooperation and are working together on various initiatives.
