Cairo: Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty held a phone call Saturday, August 8, 2026, with Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the two ministers emphasized the importance of building on the growing momentum in Egyptian-Iraqi ties. They expressed a strong commitment to expanding cooperation across various fields and maintaining coordination on issues of mutual concern.

During the call, the ministers exchanged views on developments in the region and future security arrangements. They highlighted the necessity for joint efforts to reduce tensions, prioritize dialogue, and support political and diplomatic solutions to regional crises.

Furthermore, the conversation underscored the value of strengthening the trilateral cooperation mechanism between Egypt, Iraq, and Jordan. This framework is seen as a promising avenue for regional integration and for enhancing the three countries' human and economic resources.

The ministers reiterated the need to build on the achievements made under this mechanism, aiming to support the aspirations of the three peoples for greater development and shared prosperity.