FM Abdelatty delivers El-Sisi message to Nigerian president on strengthening cooperation
During their meeting on Monday, FM Abdelatty conveyed President El-Sisi's greetings and appreciation to the Nigerian president, praising the historic and close ties between the two nations.
According to a Foreign Ministry statement, he affirmed Egypt's keenness to advance bilateral cooperation in light of both countries' shared aspirations for strengthening security, stability, and development across the African continent.
Close follow-up
Abdelatty indicated that his visit to Nigeria is part of a follow-up on the outcomes of the meeting held between the two presidents in Brazil in November 2024 and the outcomes of the third round of political consultations at the foreign ministers' level, which took place in Cairo in January 2025.
These consultations culminated in an agreement to elevate the bilateral relationship to a comprehensive partnership, embodying the mutual commitment to strengthening relations and exploring new areas of cooperation that would serve the interests of both peoples.
Egypt's top diplomat also stressed the importance of leveraging the capacities of both countries and enhancing cooperation in priority sectors, particularly trade and investment.
Economic ties
The statement highlighted that Abdelatty was accompanied by a high-level delegation of 30 Egyptian businessmen and representatives of companies operating in various fields.
The delegation's visit aims to promote economic and investment cooperation, as well as explore new partnership opportunities in sectors such as infrastructure, energy, agriculture, healthcare, construction, and industry.
"This step reflects Egypt's commitment to supporting African economic integration and bolstering the the private sector's role in driving joint development," Abdelatty noted.
Additionally, FM Abdelatty expressed Egypt's appreciation for Nigeria's official endorsement of Dr. Khaled El-Anany's candidacy for the position of director-general of UNESCO. El-Anany also attended the meeting with the Nigerian president.
Abdelatty also highlighted the broad African support for El-Anany's candidacy since its announcement in April 2023.
Confronting terrorism
The foreign minister affirmed Egypt's readiness to share its expertise and provide comprehensive support in Nigeria's fight against terrorism.
The statement indicated that the cooperation includes training, field support, and confronting extremist ideologies through Al-Azhar and the Cairo International Centre for Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping, and Peacebuilding.
The meeting also discussed developments in the Sahel, West Africa, the Horn of Africa, Sudan, and Libya, reflecting a shared vision between the two countries on the importance of intensifying joint efforts to promote stability and address security challenges threatening Africa.
Increased cooperation
For his part, the Nigerian president praised Egypt's pivotal role in supporting security, stability, and development across Africa, as well as the remarkable progress in Egypt-Nigeria bilateral relations.
He also affirmed Nigeria's commitment to expanding cooperation and coordination at both African and international forums to serve the interests of both the Egyptian and Nigerian peoples.
Abdelatty's visit to Nigeria marked the beginning of a five-leg tour in West Africa, which also includes Burkina Faso, Niger, Mali, and Senegal. The tour aims to strengthen bilateral relations and coordination on counterterrorism efforts in the Sahel and West Africa.
During his visit to Abuja, he met with his counterpart, Yusuf Tuggar, and attended the opening session of the Egypt-Nigeria Business Forum.
Egypt's foreign minister also signed a memorandum of understanding with Nigerian Minister of Civil Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo to cooperate in civil aviation.
The agreement aims to develop air and ground services and establish a structured framework to enhance cooperation between the civil aviation authorities of both nations.
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