Egypt, Canada FMs discuss bilateral ties, regional developments - Foreign Affairs
The call, initiated by the Canadian side, marked Anand's first engagement with Egypt since her appointment to the position. Abdelatty congratulated her on the new role and expressed Egypt's interest in expanding economic and trade ties with Canada. He invited Canadian companies to invest in sectors such as energy, agriculture, and water resources.
According to a statement from Egypt's Foreign Ministry, Abdelatty outlined recent government efforts to support the private sector and improve the country's investment climate. He also stressed the importance of building on the 12th round of political consultations between the two countries, which included an Egyptian business delegation's visit to Ottawa in April.
That delegation, led by Assistant Foreign Minister for American Affairs, Ambassador Sameh Aboul-Enein, explored opportunities for economic cooperation, including expanding trade and investment partnerships. During the visit, officials presented details of Egypt's investment incentives and measures aimed at attracting foreign capital and boosting exports to Canada. The delegation also met with researchers and academics at the University of Ottawa and Carleton University.
The two ministers also discussed the situation in the Middle East, with Abdelatty highlighting the worsening humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. He outlined Egypt's ongoing mediation efforts to secure a ceasefire, facilitate the release of captives and hostages, and enable the flow of humanitarian, medical, and relief aid into the Strip.
Abdelatty also referenced Egypt's plans to host an international conference on Gaza's early recovery and reconstruction once a ceasefire is achieved.
He reiterated Egypt's call for a political resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict based on the 4 June 1967 borders and the creation of an independent Palestinian state, warning that without such a framework, cycles of violence would continue.
Abdelatty also stressed the importance of both Israel and Iran adhering to ceasefire agreements and urged regional and international powers to help de-escalate tensions and pursue diplomatic solutions. He reaffirmed Egypt's support for renewed negotiations over Iran's nuclear programme.
The conversation also included an exchange of views on conflicts in Libya, Sudan, and Yemen and concerns over Red Sea security.
Canadian Foreign Minister Anand, for her part, praised Egypt's role in ceasefire negotiations and broader efforts to promote peace and security in the Middle East, describing Egypt as a 'cornerstone of regional stability.'
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