Subianto wished continued prosperity for Egypt and its people, while El-Sisi expressed appreciation and reciprocated the greetings, praying for blessings and stability for both nations and the wider Islamic world.
According to presidential spokesman Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, the call addressed escalating tensions in the Middle East, with El-Sisi outlining Egypt’s efforts to halt the ongoing escalation and contain its repercussions, particularly given its negative economic impact and implications for regional and global stability.
He reaffirmed Egypt’s support for the security and sovereignty of Arab states and its firm rejection of any violations under any pretext.
Subianto expressed appreciation for Egypt’s role in promoting regional stability and de-escalation, stressing the importance of reducing tensions and maintaining close coordination with Cairo to support peace at both the regional and international levels.
The two leaders also discussed the strategic partnership between Egypt and Indonesia, expressing appreciation for longstanding historical ties and reaffirming their commitment to strengthening cooperation across various fields.
The call comes amid intensifying regional escalation, particularly following the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory strikes, which have raised concerns over broader instability and economic fallout.
Egypt has stepped up diplomatic outreach in recent days, with El-Sisi holding a series of calls and visits to Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Bahrain, reaffirming Cairo’s “unwavering” support for Gulf security and stressing that Arab stability is integral to Egypt’s national security.
Egypt and Indonesia share long-standing relations dating back to 1947, when Cairo became one of the first countries to recognise Indonesia’s independence.
Both countries later emerged as key members of the Non-Aligned Movement and continue to coordinate within multilateral frameworks such as the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Developing Eight (D-8).
Bilateral trade typically exceeds $1 billion annually, with Egypt exporting petroleum products, fertilizers, and chemicals, while importing palm oil, coffee, and textiles from Indonesia. Educational and religious ties also remain strong, with Al-Azhar hosting thousands of Indonesian students.
Both sides have, in recent years, sought to elevate relations to a broader strategic partnership, focusing on expanding trade, investment, and South-South cooperation.
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