Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abd al-Atti met with Mirjana Spoljaric Egger, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, on Sunday, September 20, 2026, on the sidelines of the high-level segment of the UN General Assembly in New York. The meeting took place as part of Egypt's ongoing diplomatic efforts at the international forum.
During the meeting, Minister Abd al-Atti commended the efforts of the International Committee of the Red Cross in protecting victims of conflicts and violence. He emphasized the importance of enhancing cooperation with the Committee and supporting international efforts to ensure respect for the provisions of international humanitarian law. Egypt has historically been a strong advocate for humanitarian causes.
Minister Abd al-Atti and President Spoljaric Egger also reviewed Egypt's humanitarian role, particularly that of the Egyptian Red Crescent Society, in responding to crises in the region, including in the Gaza Strip and Sudan. Egypt has been actively involved in providing humanitarian assistance to affected populations in these areas.
The two officials discussed ways for the International Committee of the Red Cross to leverage Egypt's capabilities and capacities to support its humanitarian and relief operations. This cooperation aims to enhance the Committee's ability to respond effectively to escalating humanitarian crises worldwide. Egypt's strategic location and resources make it an important partner in regional humanitarian efforts.
The meeting between Minister Abd al-Atti and President Spoljaric Egger reflects the ongoing commitment of Egypt to humanitarian issues and its collaboration with international organizations to address these challenges. The Egyptian government has consistently prioritized humanitarian assistance and cooperation with international partners.
As part of its engagement at the UN General Assembly, Egypt continues to advocate for international cooperation on humanitarian issues, emphasizing the need for collective action to address the root causes of crises and to support affected populations. The country's diplomatic efforts focus on promoting peace, stability, and humanitarian assistance.
The discussions between Minister Abd al-Atti and President Spoljaric Egger also underscored the importance of respecting international humanitarian law and ensuring the protection of civilians in conflict zones. Egypt and the International Committee of the Red Cross share a common goal of alleviating human suffering and promoting humanitarian principles worldwide.
Key points
- Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abd al-Atti met with Mirjana Spoljaric Egger, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, to discuss cooperation on humanitarian issues.
- The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation between Egypt and the International Committee of the Red Cross in responding to humanitarian crises.
- Egypt and the International Committee of the Red Cross are working together to promote respect for international humanitarian law and protect civilians in conflict zones.
