Egypt's President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi on Saturday discussed boosting African mechanisms for reconstruction and development following conflicts with Mozambique's President Filipe Nyusi. The meeting saw talks on the latest developments in the region and the continent in light of Egypt's chairmanship of the African Union in 2019. Both El-Sisi and Nyusi agreed on continued cooperation to execute developmental goals in various fields in line with the AU's Agenda 2063, also focusing on continental projects of priority to African countries. They also agreed on intensifying efforts in fighting terrorism and extremism, as well as supporting peace and security in the continent. According to an official statement by his office, El-Sisi received Nyusi in Cairo, where they discussed the countries' “historic and brotherly ties.” Nyusi, who is visiting Egypt for the first time, praised the opening ceremony of the African Cup of Nations which took place in Cairo on Friday, as well as Egyptian abilities in representing Africa. He expressed his appreciation for the historic ties with Egypt, stressing his country's keenness on developing cooperation between the two countries. Mozambique expressed their desire for continued consultation with Egypt over issues and challenges facing Africa, Nyusi said. Both African leaders signed a number of memorandums over political consultations, exemption of diplomatic passports from entry requirements, and agricultural cooperation and food security.
