Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Sudanese Transitional Sovereign Council Chairman Abdel Fattah al-Burhan in the New Administrative Capital on Sunday. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the African Union's eighth mid-year coordination meeting. According to a statement by Egyptian Presidential Spokesperson Mohamed El-Shanawani, President El-Sisi emphasized Egypt's unwavering support for the Sudanese people. He reiterated Egypt's commitment to maintaining Sudan's unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
President El-Sisi stressed Egypt's continued efforts to push for a political solution to the Sudanese crisis, both regionally and internationally. He aims to contribute to ending the war and alleviating human suffering in Sudan. This will enable Sudan to regain its security and stability, paving the way for reconstruction and development. The Egyptian President's stance on the crisis was reaffirmed during the meeting with Chairman al-Burhan.
Chairman al-Burhan expressed deep appreciation for Egypt's supportive stance on Sudan, citing the historical and fraternal ties between the two nations. He commended Egypt for providing political and humanitarian support to Sudan, as well as hosting a large number of Sudanese refugees who fled the war. Al-Burhan emphasized the importance of not equating Sudan's legitimate institutions with rebel militias or parallel entities.
The meeting also covered ways to enhance bilateral relations between Egypt and Sudan. President El-Sisi affirmed Egypt's commitment to continuing its support for Sudan in various fields. He aims to strengthen cooperation frameworks that serve the interests of both nations and meet the aspirations of the Egyptian and Sudanese peoples towards development and prosperity.
The discussions between President El-Sisi and Chairman al-Burhan focused on the importance of Sudan's stability and security. Egypt's support for Sudan is a testament to the strong ties between the two countries. The meeting demonstrated Egypt's commitment to regional stability and cooperation.
Egypt's efforts to support Sudan are multifaceted, encompassing political, humanitarian, and economic aspects. The country has been hosting Sudanese refugees and providing humanitarian aid to alleviate their suffering. Egypt also seeks to promote a peaceful resolution to the conflict, emphasizing the importance of Sudan's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The meeting between President El-Sisi and Chairman al-Burhan concluded with a reaffirmation of Egypt's commitment to supporting the Sudanese people. The two leaders emphasized the need for continued cooperation and coordination to address the challenges facing Sudan. Egypt's support for Sudan is expected to continue, with a focus on promoting stability, security, and development in the region.
Key points
- Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi reaffirms his country's commitment to supporting the Sudanese people.
- The meeting between President El-Sisi and Sudanese Transitional Sovereign Council Chairman Abdel Fattah al-Burhan focused on enhancing bilateral relations and addressing the Sudanese crisis.
- Egypt's support for Sudan encompasses political, humanitarian, and economic aspects, with a focus on promoting stability, security, and development in the region.
