Cairo:Egyptian and Mauritanian foreign ministers have agreed to enhance bilateral ties and improve coordination at international forums. This decision was reached during a phone call between Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelatty, and Mauritania’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the ministers discussed advancing both countries’ development goals and efforts to ensure regional security and stability. Abdelatty highlighted Egypt’s dedication to expanding cooperation with Mauritania across various sectors, building on the outcomes of the joint committee session held in Nouakchott in May 2025.

The discussions also focused on boosting trade and economic ties, utilizing the resources and expertise of Egyptian companies operating in multiple sectors. The ongoing collaboration between Egypt and Mauritania on regional and international issues, especially those concerning Arab and African affairs, was commended by Abdelatty.