Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Bader Abd El-Atti hosted a high-level roundtable discussion on early recovery in the Gaza Strip at the Egyptian Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York. The meeting, co-chaired by Egypt, Germany, France, and the European Commission, brought together international partners to address the crisis in Gaza. Participants included German Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development Riema Al-Radovan, French Minister for Francophonie and International Partnerships Eilnor Carvaho, and European Commissioner Dubravka Svuitesa.
The roundtable discussion focused on the dire situation in Gaza and ways to ensure the safe and sustained delivery of humanitarian aid. Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Abd El-Atti emphasized the need for Israel to fulfill its obligations under the comprehensive peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump. He also stressed the importance of implementing UN Security Council Resolution 2803 and the need for all parties to meet their commitments.
The meeting was attended by senior officials from various countries, including Palestinian Prime Minister Dr. Muhammad Mustafa, Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Eid, and Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugihono. Other participants included ministers of international cooperation from the UK, Qatar, and the UAE, as well as senior UN officials such as Alexander de Croo, Director of the UN Development Programme, and Tom Fletcher, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs.
Dr. Abd El-Atti highlighted the importance of transitioning from emergency humanitarian response to early recovery and reconstruction in Gaza. He emphasized that this is a commitment that cannot be delayed and that the priority is to ensure the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid and the removal of Israeli obstacles. The Egyptian Foreign Minister also underscored the need to support Palestinian national institutions and preserve the unity of Gaza and the West Bank.
The participants in the roundtable discussion reiterated their commitment to supporting the Palestinian people and promoting peace and stability in the region. Dr. Abd El-Atti reaffirmed Egypt's commitment to working with international partners to consolidate a ceasefire, implement the comprehensive peace plan, and ensure sustained humanitarian access. He also emphasized Egypt's rejection of forced displacement and its support for the recovery and reconstruction of Gaza.
The high-level roundtable discussion was an important initiative to mobilize international efforts to address the crisis in Gaza. The meeting demonstrated the commitment of the international community to supporting the Palestinian people and promoting peace and stability in the region. Egypt's efforts to host the meeting and coordinate international responses reflect its role as a key player in regional and international diplomacy.
The crisis in Gaza requires a comprehensive and sustainable solution that addresses the humanitarian, economic, and political needs of the Palestinian people. The international community must work together to support the implementation of the peace plan and ensure that all parties meet their obligations. Egypt will continue to play a key role in promoting peace and stability in the region and supporting the Palestinian people.
Key points
- Egypt's Foreign Minister emphasizes Israel's need to fulfill its obligations under Trump's peace plan for Gaza.
- The international community must work together to support the implementation of the peace plan and ensure that all parties meet their obligations.
- Egypt rejects forced displacement and supports the recovery and reconstruction of Gaza.
