Cairo:Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty engaged in discussions with his Nigerien counterpart Bakary Yaou Sangaré to enhance bilateral relations and address development in the Sahel region.

According to State Information Service Egypt, during a phone call on Tuesday, Abdelatty highlighted Egypt's dedication to strengthening cooperation with Niger, focusing on sectors such as trade, investment, development, capacity building, training, and infrastructure. He stressed the importance of increasing trade volume, fostering mutual investments, and creating new opportunities for Egyptian companies in Niger's national development plans.

The discussions also covered the latest developments in the Sahel region, with Abdelatty reiterating Egypt's full support for Sahel countries in addressing security and developmental challenges, including terrorism. He emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach that combines security, ideological, and developmental strategies to ensure lasting stability and sustainable development.

Both ministers agreed to continue their coordination efforts to advance mutual interests and promote stability and development across Africa. The call was part of ongoing consultations and coordination between the two African nations to strengthen bilateral ties and address regional issues of mutual interest.