Egypt’s FM Badr Abdelatty delivering a written message from President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi to Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune at the start of an official visit to Algiers on Thursday. Photo : Egyptian Foreign Ministry
According to the Egyptian Foreign Ministry, the message focused on enhancing bilateral ties between Egypt and Algeria, with both sides reaffirming the strength of their historic relationship and mutual commitment to deepening cooperation.
During the meeting with President Tebboune, Abdelatty highlighted Egypt’s keenness to elevate joint cooperation across various sectors to better serve the interests and aspirations of both nations.
He also noted plans to hold the 9th session of the Egyptian-Algerian High Joint Committee in Cairo later this year, along with a business forum to boost economic and investment partnerships.
The Egyptian foreign minister expressed Cairo’s readiness to support development projects in Algeria through Egyptian companies, citing their strong expertise and regional track record.
The talks also covered key regional developments, foremost among them the Palestinian cause.
Abdelatty outlined Egypt’s efforts to restore the ceasefire in Gaza and ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid, while also discussing the joint Arab-Islamic plan for early recovery and reconstruction with a Palestinian presence on the ground.
Other regional files on the table included those for Libya and Sudan.
At the end of the meeting, President Tebboune conveyed his greetings to President El-Sisi, praising the deep-rooted ties between the two nations and reaffirming Algeria’s appreciation for the longstanding brotherly relationship.
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