Cairo: President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call from His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The conversation highlighted the robust relationship between Egypt and Saudi Arabia, focusing on mutual cooperation and regional stability.
According to African Press Organization, President El-Sisi congratulated the Crown Prince on the upcoming Saudi National Day, expressing hopes for continued stability and prosperity under the leadership of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The Crown Prince acknowledged the goodwill, emphasizing the enduring historical ties between the two nations.
The dialogue included discussions on bilateral relations, where President El-Sisi emphasized the necessity of advancing cooperation to fulfill the shared aspirations for development and prosperity. He reiterated the shared destiny of Egypt and Saudi Arabia, underlining the importance of collaborative efforts to tackle regional challenges and affirming that the security of Saudi Arabia and other Arab countries is crucial to Egypt's national security.
Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed appreciation for the progress in Egyptian-Saudi relations and highlighted the importance of close coordination to promote peace and stability in the Middle East. He stressed the need to intensify collaboration in various areas, including high-level exchanges.
The leaders also discussed regional and international issues, underscoring the importance of de-escalation to maintain peace and stability. They noted the implications of regional tensions on energy security and the global trade and supply chains.