Cairo:Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty announced that the in-depth discussions between President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres highlight the robust partnership and cooperation between Egypt and the United Nations, underscoring their mutual commitment to coordination.

According to State Information Service Egypt, Abdelatty made these remarks during a joint press conference with Guterres held in Cairo. He expressed appreciation for the visit, noting that it marks Guterres' first stop in the region during his current tour.

Abdelatty highlighted that Guterres has visited Egypt nine times since assuming office, indicating the country's significance as a regional stability hub. The talks between El-Sisi and Guterres covered Egypt-UN relations and cooperation, with a focus on the Palestinian issue and regional crises.

President El-Sisi expressed his gratitude for Guterres' stance on the Palestinian cause and his support for regional peoples. The discussions also included topics on reforming the international peace and security system and the global financial system, with President El-Sisi emphasizing the importance of African representation on the UN Security Council.