Combined photos of (From L to R) Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi and French President Emmanuel Macron.
Ambassador Mohamed El-Shenawy, the official spokesperson for the Egyptian Presidency, stated that President El-Sisi expressed his deep appreciation to President Macron for the qualitative development of bilateral relations between Egypt and France, particularly following their elevation to a strategic partnership during the French President's visit to Cairo in April 2015.
The official spokesperson explained that the two leaders discussed ways to advance relations between the two friendly countries by strengthening political, economic, and investment cooperation, increasing the volume of trade, which has witnessed tangible progress in recent months, and enhancing cooperation in the industrial, tourism, and transportation sectors.
The call also addressed the latest regional developments, particularly in the Gaza Strip.
President El-Sisi expressed Egypt's appreciation for French support of Egyptian efforts that led to the ceasefire agreement, emphasizing the need to solidify the ceasefire and move towards implementing the second phase of US President Donald Trump's peace plan. He also stressed the importance of expediting the delivery of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip and immediately commencing the early recovery and reconstruction phase.
For his part, President Macron expressed his appreciation for Egypt's pivotal role in achieving regional stability, particularly in consolidating the ceasefire agreement in Gaza.
The call also addressed developments in the West Bank, where the Egyptian President reiterated Egypt's firm rejection of Israeli violations, emphasizing the need to support the Palestinian people, increase international pressure to halt these violations, and support the Palestinian Authority in fulfilling its obligations to its people.
The two leaders agreed that current efforts must lead to the launch of a comprehensive political process culminating in the establishment of an independent Palestinian state within the 4 June 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
Regarding the situation in Sudan, President El-Sisi affirmed to President Cacron Egypt's full support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Sudan, and its rejection of any attempts to threaten its security. He expressed Egypt's support for efforts to end the war and restore peace and stability in the brotherly nation.
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