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President Sisi Hosts Afwerki to Discuss Regional Stability

 

Sudan Events – Sumaya Sayed  

On Saturday, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi extended a ceremonial welcome to Eritrea’s President Isaias Afwerki at the Ittihadiya Palace, underscoring the depth of the relationship between the two nations.

The formal reception, marked by the playing of national anthems and a guard of honor, set the tone for discussions aimed at reinforcing bilateral cooperation and addressing regional challenges.

Presidential Spokesperson Dr. Ahmed Fahmy provided insights into the meeting’s agenda, which was dominated by a shared vision for enhancing the multifaceted partnership between Egypt and Eritrea.

The two leaders focused on elevating economic, trade, and security collaborations to new heights, with particular attention on boosting trade exchanges and facilitating the entry of Egyptian companies into Eritrea’s market. This initiative seeks to leverage the sectors where Egyptian firms possess competitive advantages and a wealth of expertise.

The dialogue also ventured into the broader geopolitical dynamics of the Horn of Africa. Both President Sisi and President Afwerki agreed on the imperative of upholding Somalia’s sovereignty, expressing solidarity against any actions that might compromise its independence.

Furthermore, the conversation extended to the complexities in Sudan, with both heads of state advocating for concerted efforts, in partnership with other nations in the region, to devise sustainable solutions to the crisis. Their collaborative approach aims to bring about a ceasefire, ultimately leading to the cessation of the humanitarian plight faced by the Sudanese populace and the realization of their aspirations for a stable, secure, and prosperous nation.

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