Following a telephone conversation between Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov, the need to intensify political consultations at the ministerial level was stressed. This conversation comes in line with the directives of Presidents Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Vladimir Putin, discussed during their talks at the BRICS summit in Kazan. Emphasis was placed on strengthening bilateral cooperation, with updates on major joint projects such as the Russian Industrial Zone in the Suez Canal Economic Zone and the Dabaa nuclear power plant.
Abdelatty and Lavrov also discussed the Syrian crisis, stressing their joint support for Syria’s sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity. They stressed the need for an inclusive political process, led by the Syrians themselves, in order to restore stability and preserve the interests of the Syrian people.
In another vein, Abdelatty highlighted Egypt’s continued efforts to facilitate a lasting ceasefire and ensure the distribution of humanitarian aid to alleviate the suffering of the Palestinians.
This exchange between Egypt and Russia demonstrates a common desire to strengthen their partnership, both economically and politically. It also highlights the commitment of both countries to regional peace and stability, particularly with regard to the sensitive issue of the Syrian crisis.
This telephone conversation between the Egyptian and Russian Foreign Ministers is therefore of paramount importance in the current geopolitical context, and demonstrates the willingness of both nations to cooperate to promote peace and prosperity in the Middle East region.