Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin in Moscow on the sidelines of the third Russia-Africa Summit. The two leaders discussed various issues, including the development of the Dabaa nuclear power plant and the situation in the Middle East. According to the Egyptian presidency, Putin welcomed El-Sisi's visit and expressed his confidence in the success of the summit.
El-Sisi expressed his appreciation for Russia's hosting of the summit and his confidence in its success. He also emphasized the importance of deepening strategic partnership relations with Russia and developing cooperation in various fields of mutual interest. The two leaders reviewed the progress of several joint strategic projects, including the implementation of the Dabaa nuclear power plant and the establishment of a Russian industrial zone in the Suez Canal Economic Zone.
The leaders also discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in trade, health, tourism, education, and scientific research. They exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual concern, particularly efforts to reduce escalation in the Middle East. Both leaders emphasized the need for continued efforts to reduce current tensions and restore security and stability in the region.
Putin praised Egypt's pivotal role in the region and emphasized Russia's desire to intensify political consultations and coordination with Egypt. El-Sisi and Putin also discussed developments in the Horn of Africa, with El-Sisi stressing the need to maintain peace and stability in the region, including respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states.
The Egyptian president highlighted the importance of the Nile water issue for his country, emphasizing Egypt's complete rejection of unilateral actions in the Eastern Nile basin. El-Sisi and Putin also discussed the Ukrainian crisis, with El-Sisi expressing Egypt's support for efforts to resolve the crisis through negotiations and emphasizing the need to limit its international repercussions.
According to the Egyptian presidency, El-Sisi and Putin reviewed the progress of several joint strategic projects, including the implementation of the Dabaa nuclear power plant. The two leaders also discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in various fields, including trade, health, tourism, education, and scientific research.
The meeting between El-Sisi and Putin reflects the strong relations between Egypt and Russia, with both leaders emphasizing their commitment to deepening cooperation and coordination on regional and international issues. The two leaders' discussions also highlighted the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the region and resolving crises through diplomatic means.
Key points
- El-Sisi and Putin discuss the development of the Dabaa nuclear power plant and the situation in the Middle East.
- The two leaders emphasize the need for continued efforts to reduce current tensions and restore security and stability in the region.
- El-Sisi highlights the importance of the Nile water issue for Egypt and rejects unilateral actions in the Eastern Nile basin.
