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Published on 2024-03-04 11:28:00
Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry embarked on a diplomatic mission on Friday evening to visit Qatar and Saudi Arabia, according to spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry Ahmed Abu Zeid. The purpose of this visit is to strengthen relations and address regional issues in the Middle East.
In Qatar, Shoukry is scheduled to co-chair the Egyptian-Qatari joint higher committee’s meeting with Qatar’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani. The discussions will cover various aspects of bilateral cooperation at the political, economic, and security levels. Additionally, the meeting will focus on regional challenges, particularly the ongoing crisis in the Gaza Strip.
Both Egyptian and Qatari officials are committed to finding a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Gaza and will emphasize their countries’ collaborative efforts towards achieving an immediate ceasefire in the region. Furthermore, the ministers will oversee the signing of several memorandums of understanding (MoUs) aimed at enhancing cooperation in specific areas of mutual interest.
Following his visit to Qatar, Shoukry is set to travel to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where he will participate in a political consultative meeting between Egypt and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). This meeting will explore avenues to bolster joint coordination and cooperation in both political and economic domains.
The overarching goal of these diplomatic engagements is to promote stability, peace, and prosperity in the region. By fostering stronger ties with Qatar and Saudi Arabia, Egypt aims to contribute positively to regional peace and security efforts.
Through dialogue and collaboration with its regional partners, Egypt seeks to address complex challenges and advance common interests in the Middle East. These diplomatic visits underscore Egypt’s commitment to proactive diplomacy and regional engagement.
In conclusion, Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry’s visits to Qatar and Saudi Arabia represent important steps towards strengthening diplomatic ties and addressing key regional issues. By engaging in constructive dialogue and cooperation, Egypt aims to promote stability and security in the Middle East region.
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