Egypt’s Foreign Minister and EU’s High Representative Address Regional Issues


Cairo: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas discussed via phone the latest developments in Gaza and Sudan, efforts to promote peace and sustainable development across Africa, and strengthening the Egypt-EU bilateral relations.



According to Qatar News Agency, in a statement issued Saturday, Egypt’s Foreign Ministry said Abdelatty briefed Kallas on Cairo’s efforts to uphold the Sharm El-Sheikh cease-fire agreement in Gaza. He also outlined preparations for Egypt’s upcoming hosting of the International Conference on Early Recovery and Reconstruction in Gaza, scheduled for later this month, and expressed hope for active participation from EU member states.



On Sudan, both sides emphasized the importance of preserving the country’s unity, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national institutions. They also condemned the recent atrocities reported in the city of El Fasher.