Cairo:Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty engaged in a phone conversation with Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein to discuss strengthening bilateral relations, regional developments, and efforts to enhance security and stability.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the call addressed the results of Abdelatty's visit to Baghdad on October 17-18, 2026, and the ongoing preparations for the fourth session of the Joint Higher Committee between Egypt and Iraq.

Abdelatty expressed his hope that the committee's outcomes would build on the existing momentum in Egyptian-Iraqi relations. He emphasized fostering further economic, trade, and investment cooperation and expanding the involvement of Egyptian companies in Iraq's development and reconstruction projects.

The discussion also covered rapid developments in the region, with Abdelatty highlighting the necessity of containing ongoing tensions and preventing any escalation of conflict, which could have severe consequences for regional security and stability. He stressed the importance of diplomacy and dialogue to address existing crises and avoid potential military confrontations.

Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt's commitment to maintaining close coordination with Iraq to support de-escalation efforts, safeguard regional security, and ensure the security and freedom of navigation in international waterways.