Saudi, Egyptian FMs Discuss Developments in Gaza
During their meeting, the two foreign ministers reviewed the relations between Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Moreover, they discussed the latest developments in the region, with a special focus on the situation in the Gaza Strip and the occupied West Bank. They also explored efforts made to address the crisis.
In a statement, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry said that both ministers explored avenues for strengthening economic and investment ties between Saudi Arabia and Egypt, in line with the Saudi-Egyptian Supreme Coordination Council.
Their discussions also touched upon efforts towards de-escalation and restoration of ceasefire in Gaza, as well as preparations for the upcoming International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution.
Furthermore, they discussed the Arab-Islamic Ministerial Committee's efforts in supporting the Palestinian people, reiterating their firm rejection of the displacement of the Palestinians from their land.
The meeting also discussed the latest developments in Sudan, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen, and the Horn of Africa. Both ministers stressed the importance of intensifying joint Arab efforts to preserve the region's security and stability.
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Oslo Forum 2025, organized by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in cooperation with the Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue in Switzerland.
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