Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi on Tuesday emphasized the importance of continuing to develop military and defense cooperation with Greece. The meeting, which took place at the Egyptian presidency, was attended by Egyptian Defense Minister Ashraf Salem Zahr and other high-ranking officials. Greek Ambassador to Egypt Nikolaos Papagiorgiou and Greek General Ioannis Koris were also present. El-Sisi welcomed Dendias and highlighted the significance of strategic partnership between Egypt and Greece.
During the meeting, El-Sisi and Dendias discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in various fields, particularly in the military and defense sectors. The Egyptian president stressed the importance of trilateral cooperation between Egypt, Greece, and Cyprus, citing its success as a model for regional cooperation aimed at achieving peace, stability, and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean. This cooperation has been a cornerstone of regional relations in recent years.
Dendias expressed his appreciation for the invitation to visit Egypt and conveyed greetings from Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. He acknowledged the deep historical ties between Egypt and Greece and emphasized the importance of strengthening coordination between the two countries to address common challenges. The Greek defense minister also praised Egypt's role in combating terrorism and irregular migration.
The two officials also discussed cooperation in combating terrorism and irregular migration. Dendias expressed Greece's appreciation for Egypt's efforts to curb irregular migration, highlighting the critical role Egypt plays in managing migration flows. The meeting underscored the shared commitment of both countries to addressing these pressing issues.
El-Sisi and Dendias also reviewed existing military cooperation between Egypt and Greece, including joint exercises and defense procurement. They agreed on the need to expand this cooperation to address emerging security challenges in the region. The meeting demonstrated the strong commitment of both countries to deepening their strategic partnership.
The visit by Dendias to Egypt is seen as a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations, particularly in the defense and security sectors. It reflects the mutual interest of both countries in enhancing their cooperation to promote regional stability and security. The two countries have a long history of cooperation, and this visit aims to build on that foundation.
The meeting between El-Sisi and Dendias concluded with a reaffirmation of the importance of continued cooperation and coordination between Egypt and Greece. The two countries will continue to work together to address common challenges and promote peace and stability in the region. This cooperation is expected to have a positive impact on regional relations and global security.
Key points
- Egypt and Greece are committed to strengthening their military cooperation to address common challenges.
