Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Medgyessy on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Hungarian Parliament in Budapest. The meeting was part of President El-Sisi's official visit to Hungary. During the meeting, Prime Minister Medgyessy welcomed President El-Sisi and expressed his country's keenness to develop relations with Egypt.
President El-Sisi and Prime Minister Medgyessy discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations between Egypt and Hungary, including economic and investment cooperation. They also reviewed the latest developments in the region and the world. The two leaders agreed to continue consultations to strengthen cooperation in various fields.
The two leaders also discussed the importance of enhancing cooperation between Egypt and Hungary in the field of energy. They reviewed the potential for cooperation in the field of natural gas and renewable energy. President El-Sisi highlighted Egypt's efforts to develop its energy sector and its strategic location as a hub for energy transportation in the region.
President El-Sisi and Prime Minister Medgyessy also discussed the situation in the Middle East and Africa. They stressed the importance of achieving peace and stability in the region and the need to address the challenges facing the international community. President El-Sisi emphasized Egypt's commitment to supporting efforts to achieve a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian issue.
The two leaders also reviewed the prospects for cooperation between Egypt and Hungary in the field of culture and education. They discussed the possibility of increasing student exchanges and cooperation between universities in the two countries. President El-Sisi highlighted the importance of cultural exchange in enhancing bilateral relations.
President El-Sisi's visit to Hungary is part of his efforts to strengthen Egypt's relations with European countries. The visit is also aimed at enhancing economic cooperation and attracting foreign investment to Egypt. Hungary is one of Egypt's key partners in the European Union.
The meeting between President El-Sisi and Prime Minister Medgyessy was followed by a joint press conference. The two leaders emphasized their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation between Egypt and Hungary. They also expressed their hope for a fruitful and successful visit.
Key points
- The two leaders agreed to continue consultations to strengthen cooperation in various fields, including economic and investment cooperation.
- President El-Sisi and Prime Minister Medgyessy discussed the importance of enhancing cooperation between Egypt and Hungary in the field of energy.
- The two leaders stressed the importance of achieving peace and stability in the region and the need to address the challenges facing the international community.
