On September 21, 2026, the foreign ministers of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey convened a consultative meeting in New York City. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. During the meeting, the ministers exchanged views on recent regional and international developments. They emphasized the importance of continued consultation and coordination among the four countries to support peace, security, stability, and prosperity in the Middle East and beyond.
The ministers expressed deep concern over the ongoing tensions and hostilities in the region. They stressed that dialogue and diplomacy are the only means to achieve sustainable solutions. In this context, they highlighted the need to adhere to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding to ensure lasting peace and stability. The ministers also condemned all attacks on Saudi Arabia, including recent Houthi attacks, and reaffirmed their support for the kingdom's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and security.
The ministers reiterated their strong support for the legitimate Yemeni government and the Presidential Leadership Council. They backed their efforts to achieve security, stability, and development in Yemen through an inclusive Yemeni-Yemeni political process and dialogue. The ministers also emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety and freedom of maritime navigation.
Regarding the Palestinian issue, the ministers reaffirmed its centrality to achieving peace, security, and stability in the Middle East. They expressed support for the Palestinian people's legitimate rights, including their inalienable right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent, sovereign, and viable state. The ministers also stressed the importance of adhering to relevant UN Security Council resolutions.
The ministers reiterated their strong support for Sudan's sovereignty, unity, independence, and territorial integrity. They emphasized the need to preserve the country's legitimate national institutions and rejected any parallel entities that could undermine Sudan's sovereignty and unity. The ministers also stressed the importance of stopping the illicit flow of arms, mercenaries, and foreign fighters into Sudan.
The ministers discussed the need for a peaceful resolution to the conflicts in the region. They emphasized that a lasting solution can only be achieved through dialogue and diplomacy. The ministers also highlighted the importance of international cooperation to address the root causes of conflicts and promote regional stability.
The meeting concluded with an agreement to continue close coordination and consultation on regional and international developments. The ministers pledged to work together to promote collective security and consolidate regional stability in the long term.
Key points
- The four countries emphasized the importance of continued consultation and coordination to support peace and stability in the Middle East.
- The ministers condemned all attacks on Saudi Arabia and reaffirmed their support for the kingdom's sovereignty and security.
- The ministers reiterated their support for the legitimate Yemeni government and the Palestinian people's right to self-determination.
