On October 4, 2026, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sissi hosted a quadripartite summit in New Alamein with leaders from Eritrea, Somalia, and Sudan. The summit brought together President Isaias Afwerki of Eritrea, President Hassan Cheikh Mohamoud of Somalia, and General Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, head of Sudan's Transitional Sovereignty Council. The meeting focused on regional and international issues, as well as ways to enhance cooperation among the four nations.
The summit emphasized the importance of upholding international law principles, which are essential for regional stability and cooperation. The leaders stressed the need to respect the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of states in the region. They also promoted the values of good neighborliness, rejected interference in internal affairs, and supported national institutions. Furthermore, they advocated for peaceful and political solutions to conflicts.
The participants discussed coordinating joint efforts to establish regional stability, create a conducive environment for sustainable development, and strengthen economic, commercial, and cultural ties. They aimed to foster economic integration, sustainable development, and people-to-people connections among the participating countries. The leaders recognized the unity of their objectives and common destiny.
The summit addressed several key issues, with the leaders converging on the following points. Firstly, they expressed support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Sudan, rejecting the creation of any parallel entity. They encouraged the resumption of the political process under Sudanese leadership and ownership, while rejecting any support for mercenaries.
The leaders also voiced support for Somalia's unity and sovereignty, rejecting any interference or measures that could compromise its territorial integrity and national sovereignty. They rejected recognition or support for the so-called "Somaliland," considering such a move an infringement on Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
In addition, the leaders backed Somalia's efforts to combat terrorism and enable its institutions to extend authority across the entire national territory. They called on regional and international partners to provide sufficient, sustainable, and predictable funding for the African Union's Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia.
The joint statement issued at the end of the summit reflects the shared commitment of the four nations to promoting regional stability, cooperation, and development. The leaders' discussions and agreements demonstrate their determination to address common challenges and pursue collective interests.
Key points
- The quadripartite summit in Alamein aimed to enhance cooperation among Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia, and Sudan on regional and international issues.
- The leaders emphasized the importance of upholding international law principles, including respect for sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.
- The summit addressed key issues, including support for Sudan's unity and Somalia's sovereignty, as well as cooperation in combating terrorism.
