President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi obtained Djibouti’s Minister of Overseas Affairs, Worldwide Cooperation, and Authorities Spokesperson, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf. The assembly was attended by Minister of Overseas Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates, Dr. Badr Abdel-Atty, and Djibouti’s Ambassador to Egypt, Ambassador Ahmed Ali Berri.
Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said that Djibouti’s Overseas Minister conveyed the greetings and appreciation of President of Djibouti, Ismail Omar Guelleh, to President El-Sisi, confirming his keenness to foster relations with Egypt. President El-Sisi underscored the deep-rooted bilateral relations, stressing Egypt’s dedication to strengthening ties.
The assembly reviewed methods to reinforce cooperation between the 2 nations in all areas of mutual curiosity and the significance of exploring broader horizons for bilateral collaboration to attain frequent pursuits and meet the aspirations of the 2 brotherly peoples.
The dialogue additionally touched on the scenario within the Horn of Africa, together with efforts to revive safety and stability within the area, in addition to developments in Somalia. On this regard, President El-Sisi emphasised Egypt’s unwavering efforts to assist Somalia’s unity, stability, and territorial integrity.
President El-Sisi and the Overseas Minister of Djibouti additionally mentioned the scenario within the Crimson Sea, with each side agreeing on the importance of joint efforts to revive safety in Bab el-Mandeb Strait and, thereby, regular navigation within the Crimson Sea.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt.