Brussels: Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty has praised the strategic partnership between Egypt and Spain, highlighting the significance of implementing the outcomes of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi's recent visit to Madrid. During this visit, the bilateral relations were elevated to a strategic partnership.

According to State Information Service Egypt, Abdelatty made these remarks during a meeting with Spanish Foreign Minister Jos© Manuel Albares at the 5th EU-Southern Neighborhood Ministerial Meeting held in Brussels. The discussions focused on bilateral relations and developments in the Middle East.

The Egyptian foreign minister noted the two countries' consensus on resolving conflicts and fostering regional peace and stability. He also commended Spain for its support of international law principles and its stance on the Palestinian cause.

Abdelatty acknowledged Spain's supportive role for Egypt within the European Union, particularly in advancing the strategic and comprehensive partnership between the two nations. He welcomed the approval of a macro-financial assistance package for Egypt amounting to pound 4 billion.

The meeting also included an exchange of views on the Union for the Mediterranean Charter's ministerial meeting. Regarding regional developments, Abdelatty discussed Egypt's efforts to broker a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and reiterated Egypt's position against the displacement of Palestinians. He also mentioned the preparations for the upcoming Cairo ministerial conference focused on Gaza's early recovery and reconstruction.

On the situation in Sudan, Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt's commitment to Sudan's security and stability. He emphasized the importance of preserving Sudan's national institutions and expressed Egypt's willingness to engage with regional and international efforts aimed at achieving a ceasefire and alleviating the humanitarian crisis in Sudan.