Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly participated in a high-level discussion on "The Global Reset Dialogues" on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. The event, organized by Ghana, focused on "A New Grand Bargain for Development." Madbouly emphasized the importance of working towards a more just and balanced global system that effectively responds to the needs of developing countries. He expressed Egypt's strong support for the initiative launched by Ghanaian President John Mahama.
Madbouly highlighted the significance of the event taking place at a crucial time, reflecting a shared commitment to continued consultation and coordination on issues affecting the African continent. He conveyed greetings from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to the participants. Egypt, as a key supporter of the initiative, has been closely following its developments since its launch in September 2025. Madbouly stressed that Egypt's engagement in the initiative stems from its belief in the importance of contributing to efforts to develop a shared vision among Global South countries.
The Prime Minister expressed appreciation for efforts to formulate a common negotiating framework for Global South leaders to align their positions on global health issues. This, he noted, would enhance the ability to express priorities and needs more consistently and effectively. Madbouly emphasized that this approach would put countries and peoples at the center of efforts to strengthen health systems, rather than focusing primarily on donors. This, he believed, would promote national ownership, build local capacities, and ensure the sustainability of health systems.
Madbouly stressed the importance of integrating efforts within the "Accra Reset" initiative with existing regional and continental frameworks, particularly the African Union and regional economic communities. This, he noted, would unify efforts, exchange experiences, and maximize the use of available resources. He also emphasized the need to ensure that the initiative supports existing integration mechanisms rather than replacing them.
On a broader scale, Madbouly highlighted the importance of amplifying the collective voice of Global South countries in international forums and working towards a more just and balanced global system. This system, he stressed, should respond more effectively to the needs of developing countries and grant them a greater role in decision-making, particularly on issues closely related to their economic, social, and health security.
Madbouly noted that Egypt views the "Accra Reset" initiative as an opportunity to enhance dialogue and coordination among Global South countries and develop common approaches to addressing various challenges. The goal, he said, should be to build sustainable institutional and economic capacities that enable countries to make better use of available opportunities and enhance their ability to face future challenges.
In conclusion, Madbouly reiterated Egypt's full support for efforts to promote cooperation and integration, emphasizing Egypt's openness to international partnerships based on mutual respect and shared interests. The Prime Minister's statement reflects Egypt's commitment to promoting a more equitable global system and its active engagement in initiatives that support the interests of developing countries.
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- Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly emphasizes the need for a more just and balanced global system that responds to the needs of developing countries.
