Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi participated in the 8th Mid-Year Coordinating Meeting of the African Union and Regional Economic Communities in the New City of El Alamein. The meeting brought together African leaders, heads of regional economic communities, and other stakeholders to discuss progress on the African Union's 2026 theme. The theme focuses on ensuring sustainable water availability and safe sanitation systems to achieve the goals of Agenda 2063.
The meeting also addressed efforts to enhance coordination and integration among regional economic communities in Africa, as well as the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement. President Sisi emphasized the importance of coordination between African countries, the African Union Commission, and regional economic communities to promote sustainable development. He noted that coordination is essential for transitioning from multiple efforts to integrated projects that can achieve tangible results.
President Sisi highlighted the example of El Alamein, which has transformed from a war-torn area to a model for development and investment. He stressed that Africa has the potential to turn conflicts into opportunities for development and growth. The President also emphasized the need for African countries to work together to address common challenges, including terrorism, extremism, and organized crime.
President Sisi reiterated Egypt's commitment to promoting peace and stability in Africa, and rejecting external interference in the internal affairs of African countries. He emphasized the importance of respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of African nations. The President also called for enhanced cooperation on transboundary issues, including the management of natural resources and transboundary rivers.
The President highlighted the importance of the African Union's theme for 2026, which focuses on sustainable water availability and safe sanitation systems. He expressed Egypt's support for the African Union's efforts to promote water security and sanitation, and called for the speedy preparation and adoption of an executive plan to achieve these goals. President Sisi also emphasized the need for African countries to work together to address the challenges of climate change and ensure sustainable development.
President Sisi emphasized that economic integration is a key tool for promoting peace and stability in Africa. He called for the full implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area agreement, which aims to create a single African market and promote economic growth. The President also highlighted the importance of the private sector in driving economic growth and development in Africa.
President Sisi concluded his remarks by emphasizing the need for African countries to work together to address common challenges and promote sustainable development. He expressed Egypt's commitment to supporting African efforts to promote peace, stability, and economic growth, and called for enhanced cooperation and coordination among African countries.
Key points
- President Sisi emphasizes the importance of coordination and integration among African countries to achieve sustainable development and peace.
- The African Union's theme for 2026 focuses on sustainable water availability and safe sanitation systems.
- President Sisi calls for the full implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area agreement to promote economic growth and development in Africa.
