Congo's Delegation Meets Sisi, Hails Egypt's Efforts to Maintain Peace in Africa

On Wednesday, Egyptian president Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a high-level Congolese delegation, headed by the special adviser to the Congolese president, according to Egyptian Presidency Spokesperson Bassam Rady

The meeting was also attended by Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shoukry and Chief of the General Intelligence Service (GIS) Abbas Kamel.

During the talks, the delegation conveyed President Sisi a message from his Congolese president hailing Egypt’s tireless support for DR Congo in all regional and international forums,” as well as efforts to continue strengthening those relations at all levels.

It also affirmed keenness to continue enhancing these relations, especially in the developmental fields.

On his part, Sisi requested the guests to convey his greetings to Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi, stressing Egypt’s support for Congolese sovereignty to achieve stability and development.

Rady said that the visit comes as an extension of the distinguished historical relations between the two countries, which represent a model for cooperation and joint coordination within the African continent.

The meeting also discussed a number of African issues of mutual concern, especially as DR Congo is set to assume the presidency of the African Union soon. Sisi affirmed that Egypt will support DR Congo during that stage.

He also expressed confidence in President Tshisekedi’s success to carry out the important responsibilities of leading the joint African action over the next year.