Cairo
11:37 GMT
CAIRO – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan jointly welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s initiative for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip today, signaling a unified front for de-escalation in the region. The leaders emphasized the initiative’s potential to establish a lasting and thorough peace.
The coordinated statement from Egypt and the UAE underscores the critical role both nations play in regional stability and their commitment to finding a resolution to the ongoing conflict. This advancement comes amid heightened international efforts to halt hostilities and address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Continued consultation and close coordination between the two countries will be vital as negotiations progress.
presidential Spokesman Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawi stated the discussion occurred during a meeting in Cairo, part of ongoing consultations between the two leaders regarding regional developments, notably the situation in Gaza. President Sisi highlighted the strong bilateral relationship between Egypt and the UAE, noting notable progress in trade and investment cooperation.He affirmed Egypt’s dedication to removing obstacles for Emirati investments and praised the growth of economic ties.
sheikh mohammed bin Zayed lauded the improvements in Egypt’s investment climate, attributing it to ongoing efforts to enhance the business surroundings and attract foreign capital. he arrived in Egypt earlier today and was greeted at Cairo International Airport by President Sisi. (End) P F / NSA
