Port Sudan: Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration, Badr Abdel Aati, made a significant visit to Port Sudan on Tuesday to deliver an important message from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to Lieutenant General Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, the Chairman of the Sudanese Transitional Sovereignty Council. This visit marks the first instance of the Egyptian Foreign Minister traveling to Sudan since the onset of the Sudanese crisis in April 2023.

According to State Information Service Egypt, Ambassador Tamim Khallaf, the official spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, emphasized that Minister Abdel Aati conveyed President Sisi’s appreciation for the longstanding historical relations between Egypt and Sudan. Minister Abdel Aati reiterated Egypt’s commitment to exert every possible effort to achieve security and stability in Sudan, expressing sincere solidarity with the country during this critical period. He underscored the deep ties and fraternal relations between the two countries.

Minister Abdel A
ati highlighted Egypt’s active engagement in regional and international efforts to ensure stability in Sudan, aiming to safeguard its interests, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. He also noted Egypt’s initiatives to reintegrate Sudan into the African Union’s activities.

The visit included an official consultation session with Sudanese Foreign Minister Ali Youssef El-Sherif, attended by delegations from both countries. During this session, Minister Abdel Aati expressed Egypt’s unwavering support for Sudan’s leadership and people, emphasizing Egypt’s dedication to alleviating the suffering of the Sudanese population.

Minister Abdel Aati also reviewed Egypt’s stance on the urgent need for a ceasefire and the acceleration of humanitarian aid delivery. He stressed the importance of collaboration with United Nations initiatives, its agencies, and international relief organizations to facilitate the delivery of aid.

Lastly, discussions between the two sides covered the water security issue, given their shar
ed positions as downstream countries on the Nile River. They agreed to maintain close coordination and collaboration to protect and preserve the water security of both Egypt and Sudan.