Egyptian Prime Minister Dr. Mustafa Madbouly emphasized that the security of Kuwait and other Gulf Arab states is an integral part of Egypt's national security. He made these remarks during a meeting with Kuwait's Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khalid Al-Hamad Al-Sabah in New York City, on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. Madbouly expressed Egypt's unwavering rejection and condemnation of any aggression against Kuwait and Gulf Arab states.
Madbouly conveyed the greetings of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to Kuwait's Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. He highlighted the Egyptian President's directives to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries in various fields. The Prime Minister underscored the depth of relations between Egypt and Kuwait, aiming to translate this closeness into increased rapprochement and cooperation across all sectors.
The Egyptian Prime Minister expressed interest in enhancing joint investments and trade exchange between Egypt and Kuwait to levels reflecting their distinguished fraternal relations. He sought to attract more Kuwaiti direct investments to work in Egypt, building on previous meetings between the two sides on this matter. Kuwait's Crown Prince, in turn, appreciated the historical and fraternal relations between Kuwait and Egypt.
The Crown Prince acknowledged the efforts of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, particularly regarding the crises in the Arab region. He emphasized the depth of relations between the two countries on all levels and Kuwait's commitment to supporting bilateral cooperation in various fields. The meeting between Madbouly and the Crown Prince demonstrated the strong ties between Egypt and Kuwait.
During the UN General Assembly, Madbouly delivered a speech at a summit on Palestine, focusing on a two-state solution. He outlined Egypt's vision for resolving the Palestinian issue and achieving peace in the Middle East. Madbouly stressed that peace in the region can only be achieved through a political settlement that ends the occupation and leads to the establishment of a Palestinian state.
The Egyptian Prime Minister's speech highlighted the importance of a Palestinian state based on the June 4, 1967 lines, with East Jerusalem as its capital. This stance aligns with Egypt's long-standing position on the Palestinian issue. By emphasizing the need for a two-state solution, Madbouly reaffirmed Egypt's commitment to a peaceful resolution.
The meeting between Madbouly and Kuwait's Crown Prince, as well as the Prime Minister's speech at the UN General Assembly, underscore Egypt's engagement in regional and international diplomacy. Egypt continues to play an active role in promoting peace and stability in the Middle East. The country remains committed to fostering strong relations with its Arab partners, including Kuwait.
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- Egypt's Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouly emphasized that Gulf security is integral to Egypt's national security during a meeting with Kuwait's Crown Prince in New York.
