Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Aty met with German Foreign Minister Johann Fadifol on Wednesday on the sidelines of the Africa–Europe ministerial meeting in Brussels. Abdel-Aty affirmed Egypt's aspiration to enhance bilateral cooperation with Germany in economic, political, trade, and investment fields, in line with the close relations between the two friendly countries. He also stressed Egypt's keenness to work with Germany to develop relations in all areas, including energy, renewable energy, addressing climate change, and creating safe and legal migration pathways that align with both countries' priorities, in addition to cooperation in multilateral frameworks. Abdel-Aty expressed Egypt's hope for Germany's continued support within the European Union, especially regarding the swift approval and disbursement of the second tranche of the EU's financial package to Egypt. The two ministers exchanged views on a range of regional and international issues of mutual interest, foremost among them the Palestinian cause. Abdel-Aty reviewed Egypt's mediation efforts, along with Qatar and the United States, to resume the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and facilitate humanitarian aid access, in light of the rapid deterioration of humanitarian conditions in the enclave. He stressed the need to halt hostilities and create a political horizon for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state, to achieve peace, security, and stability in the region. The meeting also addressed peace and security challenges in Africa. Abdel-Aty outlined Egypt's efforts to support security, stability, and development across the continent, reaffirming Egypt's full support for Somalia's unity and sovereignty and the importance of strengthening efforts to stabilise the country. He also reviewed recent developments in the Red Sea and Egypt's efforts to promote regional stability and safeguard maritime navigation.
Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English Subediting: M. S. Salama
