UAE President and Egyptian President meet in UAE

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Egypt President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi have met in the UAE to discuss ways to further strengthen the longstanding ties between the two nations as well as welcoming the Gaza ceasefire deal.

The talks, which took place during the Egyptian President’s working visit to the UAE, centred on enhancing collaboration across various sectors, particularly in development, economic, and investment fields.

During the meeting, the two also reviewed a number of regional and international issues of mutual concern, exchanging views on key developments, particularly in the Middle East.

Both welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and emphasised the importance of ensuring sufficient humanitarian aid reaches the enclave.

The leaders reaffirmed the need for continued efforts to implement the two-state solution, recognising it as the pathway to achieving lasting and comprehensive peace and stability in the region.

His Highness praised Egypt’s efforts in supporting the Palestinian people and its pivotal role in securing the Gaza ceasefire agreement.

The two leaders also welcomed the election of Joseph Aoun as President of Lebanon, expressing hope that it will contribute to restoring stability in Lebanon.

The leaders also reiterated their commitment to Syria’s unity, stability, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. They underscored the importance of initiating an inclusive political process involving all sectors of Syrian society.

Both leaders stressed the necessity of fostering peace and stability across the region, and prioritising the wellbeing of its nations and communities.