His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, received today (Monday) His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, Saudi Foreign Minister, at the Presidential Palace in the Egyptian capital, Cairo, in a visit that reflects the depth of the fraternal ties that unite the two brotherly countries.
The Saudi Foreign Minister began the meeting by conveying the greetings and appreciation of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, to President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and the brotherly Egyptian people, wishing Egypt continued stability and progress. President al-Sisi, in turn, asked the Foreign Minister to convey his greetings and appreciation to his brother, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, and to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, expressing his wishes for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, its government, and its people to enjoy further prosperity and well-being.
The depth of fraternal relations and strategic partnership
The meeting included a comprehensive review of the distinguished bilateral relations between Riyadh and Cairo, with both sides emphasizing the strength of the historical ties that bind the two countries, ties which serve as a model for Arab-Arab relations. These discussions are part of the ongoing coordination and consultation between the two political leaderships to enhance cooperation across various fields, serving the interests of both brotherly nations and fulfilling their aspirations for sustainable development.
Saudi-Egyptian relations are of particular importance given the weight of both countries at the regional and international levels, as they represent a cornerstone for maintaining security and stability in the Middle East. The two countries are constantly striving to unify their visions and coordinate their positions on critical issues, thus strengthening the Arab world's ability to confront growing challenges.
Coordinating positions regarding current challenges
The meeting addressed at length the latest developments on the regional and international scenes, with an exchange of views on a number of pressing issues facing the region. Both sides emphasized the need to intensify diplomatic efforts and joint Arab action to contain the current crises and to prioritize dialogue and wisdom to avert the dangers of escalation in the region.
This meeting comes at a critical juncture as the region undergoes rapid geopolitical changes, necessitating the highest levels of coordination between Cairo and Riyadh to ensure the protection of Arab national security and safeguard the well-being of its people. Both sides emphasized the importance of continued political consultations to formulate unified positions that contribute to supporting peace efforts and regional stability.
Official attendance
The reception was attended on the Saudi side by the Ambassador of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques to the Arab Republic of Egypt, Saleh bin Eid Al-Hussaini, and the Director General of the Office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Walid Al-Smaeel, reflecting the great interest that the Kingdom attaches to strengthening diplomatic communication channels with sisterly Egypt at all levels.
