The talks, held during Stubb’s official visit, focused on bilateral ties and regional crises, as Egypt continues to play a key role with partners to stabilize the Middle East amid ongoing conflicts.
Speaking at a joint press conference, President El-Sisi said "Cairo is working to achieve de-escalation and stability to prevent the region from sliding into a deep cycle of conflict.”
The Egyptian leader warned that instability in a region critical to global trade routes has direct implications for energy security, food supplies, and international shipping.
Presidential spokesperson Mohamed El-Shennawy said El-Sisi welcomed the current truce between the US and Iran as a “positive step” and called for using the opportunity to advance diplomatic solutions and avoid further deterioration.
On the Palestinian cause, El-Sisi stressed the need to maintain international focus on Gaza and the West Bank amid worsening humanitarian conditions, calling for adherence to ceasefire agreements and the implementation of the second phase of a US-backed plan to end the Israeli war on the strip.
He also reviewed Egypt’s efforts to facilitate humanitarian aid into Gaza, reiterating Cairo’s rejection of any displacement of Palestinians or attempts to impose new realities on the ground.
El-Sisi stressed to President Stubb Egypt's support for a two-state solution based on the 4 June 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as the capital of a future Palestinian state.
The discussions betwen the two leaders also covered developments in Lebanon, Libya, and Sudan.
El-Sisi reaffirmed to Stubb Egypt’s support for Sudan’s unity and territorial integrity and rejecting any attempts to divide the country, which he described as a red line for Egypt’s national security.
He stressed Egypt’s rejection of attacks on Arab states, particularly in the Gulf, reaffirming that their security is an integral part of Egypt’s national security.
On bilateral relations, the two leaders agreed to expand cooperation across political, economic, and trade sectors.
El-Sisi highlighted Cairo's Keenness on increasing trade, encouraging mutual investment, and strengthening ties between business communities.
He welcomed the presence of the Finnish business delegation accompanying Stubb, describing it as a sign of growing interest in Egypt’s investment environment, particularly amid ongoing infrastructure development.
The two sides discussed cooperation in sectors where Finland has advanced expertise, including information and communications technology, digital transformation, renewable energy, education, healthcare, advanced industries, wood industries, and mining, with an emphasis on knowledge transfer and capacity building.
Bilateral trade between Egypt and Finland stood at $556.1 million in 2025, down from $614.8 million in 2024, according to the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS).
Egyptian exports to Finland rose to $42.3 million in 2025, while imports declined to $513.8 million, CAPMAS reported on Tuesday.
Meanwhile, the two presidents also reviewed Egypt–European Union relations, underlining the importance of the strategic partnership and Finland’s potential role in supporting its development.
Stubb expressed appreciation for the reception and affirmed Finland’s interest in strengthening ties with Egypt and expanding cooperation across multiple sectors, as well as consulting on regional and international developments of mutual concern.
The visit included official reception ceremonies, bilateral and expanded talks, and a luncheon hosted by El-Sisi in honour of the Finnish president and his delegation, according to the presidency spokesman.
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