Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, the cabinet, and governors on September 29, 2026, to discuss the country's challenges. The meeting, held at the Strategic Command headquarters in the new capital, aimed to exchange views on pressing issues. The President emphasized the importance of utilizing state resources efficiently and maintaining trust in state institutions. He also highlighted the need to secure the internal front, given the diverse methods used to harm the state.
The President noted that Egypt has faced significant challenges since 2020, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the Russian-Ukrainian war, and the conflict in the Gaza Strip. He stressed that attempts to displace people will continue, but Egypt's strategic choice is peace. El-Sisi praised the late President Anwar El-Sadat for establishing this approach and reaffirmed that Egypt has no hidden agenda. The Palestinian issue remains central to the Middle East, and its resolution is crucial for regional stability.
President El-Sisi discussed Egypt's foreign policy, emphasizing the importance of supporting Arab Gulf states' security and stability. He also highlighted the need to maintain freedom of navigation in international waterways. The President mentioned that Egypt lost approximately $20 billion in Suez Canal revenue due to regional instability. He acknowledged that various tools, including social media, are used to harm Egypt.
The President stressed the importance of developing state tools to protect national capabilities. He noted that the least costly means of destroying a country is to incite its people against itself. El-Sisi expressed confidence in Egypt's institutions and the awareness of its people. He emphasized that preserving Egypt is a collective responsibility and requires the cooperation of all institutions and citizens.
President El-Sisi met with local leaders, including mayors, to listen to their ideas. He acknowledged that Egypt has 4,500 villages, home to 50% of the population. The mayor of Al-Saraya village in Minya governorate shared his efforts to address local issues, including supporting families in need and promoting Quranic recitation competitions. The President praised the mayor's initiatives as a positive example.
The President emphasized that wars aim to spread frustration and despair, undermine construction, and assassinate officials' morale. He called on officials to exert maximum effort and work institutionally to maintain state stability. El-Sisi highlighted the importance of synergy among institutions to achieve this goal. He suggested that religious leaders, such as Awqaf ministry officials and priests, can play a role in promoting awareness about the dangers of undermining the state.
The meeting included a review of achievements by various ministers, including those of transportation, health, and education. They emphasized the focus on improving public services and addressing chronic issues. President El-Sisi directed the Interior Ministry to rationalize vehicle licensing costs and reiterated the importance of treating citizens well. He also stressed the need for quality education and collective responsibility in building and developing Egypt.
Key points
- President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi emphasized the importance of efficient resource management and national unity.
- The President highlighted the need to address regional challenges, including the Palestinian issue.
- El-Sisi called for synergy among institutions to maintain state stability and promote public services.
