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See - Sada Elbalad
06-07-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Egypt's PM Urges BRICS Nations to Focus on Common Interests, Collective Action to Address Challenges
Taarek Refaat In a key speech delivered on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Summit, Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly emphasized the need for stronger international cooperation to confront pressing global challenges. Speaking on behalf of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Madbouly participated in the 'Peace, Security, and Global Governance Reform' session, underlining the importance of multilateralism, sustainable development, and peacebuilding. The working luncheon, hosted by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, served as a platform for discussing vital issues surrounding global security, peace, and governance reform. Prime Minister Madbouly began by thanking President da Silva for the opportunity to engage in these critical conversations, particularly in light of the increasingly complex geopolitical climate. Addressing Crisis and Multilateralism Madbouly outlined the intertwining crises facing the world today, with a particular focus on the humanitarian situation in Gaza, which has been exacerbated by ongoing Israeli military actions. He also highlighted the broader impact of these hostilities, which have extended to neighboring regions, including Lebanon, Syria, and Iran. He underscored that these developments reinforce the urgency of strengthening multilateral cooperation, supporting international law, and reinforcing the role of the United Nations in promoting peace and security. 'The catastrophic humanitarian situation we witness today, especially in Gaza, is a stark reminder of why multilateralism and respect for international law are more crucial than ever,' said Madbouly. 'It is our collective responsibility to ensure that the principles enshrined in the UN Charter guide the future of global governance.' Egypt's Role in Promoting Regional Peace The Prime Minister also took the opportunity to emphasize Egypt's longstanding commitment to regional and global peace efforts. He highlighted Egypt's strategic role in conflict prevention, peacebuilding, and post-conflict reconstruction across Africa and the Middle East. In particular, he pointed to Egypt's leadership in addressing regional challenges through diplomatic mediation and capacity building. 'Since 2019, President El-Sisi has served as the African Union Champion for Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Development. This reflects Egypt's deep engagement in promoting peace and stability on the African continent,' Madbouly remarked. 'We have developed extensive experience in mediation, dialogue, and reconciliation processes.' Madbouly also referenced the Cairo International Center for Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping, and Peacebuilding, which has been instrumental in resolving violent conflicts since its founding in 1994. The center's work focuses on mediation, negotiation, and supporting national reconciliation efforts, alongside enhancing local communities' capacity to address emerging security threats. In addition to Egypt's role in regional peacekeeping, Madbouly highlighted the importance of sustainable development as a cornerstone for conflict prevention. 'We must address the root causes of conflict, particularly poverty, and ensure that sustainable development is a key focus,' he stated. He also outlined Egypt's launch of the Aswan Forum for Peace and Sustainable Development in 2019, which provides an important platform for discussing the interconnectedness between peace and development. The forum encourages African-led solutions to peace and security challenges, with the next session scheduled for October 2025 in Aswan. In his concluding remarks, Prime Minister Madbouly emphasized the importance of collaboration between BRICS nations and beyond, urging that 'we must strengthen our cooperation, focus on common interests, and work together to overcome the current challenges and fulfill the aspirations of our peoples.' With global instability on the rise and the urgency for peace-building ever more apparent, Madbouly's call for multilateralism and collective action serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts of Egypt to shape a more peaceful and sustainable global order. 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Egypt Today
19-06-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
FM meets with members of Cairo International Center for Conflict Resolution and Peacekeeping
CAIRO -19 June 2025: Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty held a meeting on Thursday with members of the Cairo International Center for Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping, and Peacebuilding (CCCPA) as part of efforts to follow up on the center's activities, particularly regarding peace and security on the African continent. The move comes in preparation for the fifth edition of the Aswan Forum for Sustainable Peace and Development. The meeting reviewed the center's recent activities and training programs aimed at enhancing capacity building in areas of conflict resolution, peacekeeping, and peacebuilding, especially in sisterly African countries; within the framework of Egypt's support for the continent's peace and development agenda, the foreign ministry said in a statement. The meeting also touched on ongoing preparations for the fifth edition of the Aswan Forum for Sustainable Peace and Development, scheduled for October 19-20, with high-level African and international participation along with thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and civil society organizations. Abdelatty emphasized the pivotal role played by CCCPA as a tool of preventive diplomacy and praised the tangible achievements it has made in recent years as regards training both civilian and military cadres from various countries, thereby enhancing Egypt's status as a regional and international hub of expertise in areas of peace and security. He also affirmed the need to continue developing the center's programs in line with the growing challenges facing peacekeeping and peacebuilding efforts while paying special attention to empowering women and youth in these areas, in accordance with the African Union's Agenda 2063. The foreign minister pointed out the importance of ensuring that the upcoming edition of the Aswan Forum reflects the priorities of the African continent, particularly in light of escalating challenges linked with armed conflicts, climate change, food security, and development crises.
Egypt Today
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
FM asserts Egypt's commitment to strengthening cooperation with NATO
CAIRO – 22 May 2025: Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelatty asserted Egypt's commitment to strengthening cooperation with NATO, especially through existing collaboration with the Cairo International Center for Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping, and Peacebuilding (CCCPA). He proposed expanding tripartite cooperation in Africa to combat terrorism and organized crime, according to a press release here Thursday. During a meeting with the NATO Council in Brussels, Abdelatty briefed members on Egypt's efforts to end the Israeli assault on Gaza and achieve a ceasefire. He strongly condemned Israel's violations against civilians and rejected collective punishment and forced displacement of Palestinians. On Syria, he reaffirmed Egypt's support for Syrian sovereignty and the need for an inclusive political process to ensure stability. Regarding Libya, he reiterated Egypt's position on preserving Libya's unity and sovereignty, supporting legitimate institutions, unifying executive and security bodies, disbanding militias, and ensuring the withdrawal of all foreign forces and mercenaries
Egypt Today
05-03-2025
- Business
- Egypt Today
Egyptian FM meets president of Congo Brazzaville, delivers message from Sisi
CAIRO – 5 March 2025: Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty delivered Wednesday a message from President Abdel Fatah El-Sisi to President of Congo Brazzaville Denis Sassou Nguesso, expressing keenness on expanding ties in all fields. The minister suggested - in the meeting attended by the Congolese defense minister - preparing for holding the third session of the supreme joint committee to designate collaboration plans in the sectors of agriculture, digital transformation, tourism, real estate, manufacturing, and developing economic zones. Minister Abdelatty noted Egypt's readiness to back Congo's development plan 2022-2026. He highlighted that Egyptian investments across Africa had hit $14 billion, and the experience of Egyptian firms in implementing projects in the fields of infrastructure, energy, healthcare, and pharmaceutical. Hence, the minister expressed eagerness for introducing water and electricity in Maloukou Industrial Zone, which is part of Brazzaville Special Economic Zone. On a different level, the minister gave an overview of the training programmes offered by Cairo International Center for Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping, and Peacebuilding (CCCPA), as well as the Egyptian Agency of Partnership for Development (EAPD). Equally, the minister underscored Egypt's readiness to assist with human capacity-building through vocational training and scholarships, exchanging experience on pharmaceuticals, and delegating doctors in specializations where there is shortage. In respect of regional issues, the Egyptian minister congratulated President Nguesso on his efforts that culminated to the signing of a Libyan reconciliation agreement during the latest African Union Summit last month. The two sides also conferred over the ongoing efforts to achieve a settlement to the conflict in Sudan, and on updates of the Gaza ceasefire. They further agreed on maintaining consultations and coordination to unify stances at international organizations, and on exchanging support to each other's candidates running for international positions. Currently, Egypt's Khaled al-Anany is running for UNESCO secretary-general.
