Egypt and Saudi Arabia Reaffirm Deep Political and Economic Cooperation

Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr Badr Abdel Aaty met with his Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan in the coastal city of Alamein, where both sides reaffirmed the depth and strength of Egyptian Saudi relations, rejecting any attempts to question or weaken the historic bond between the two nations.

During the meeting, both ministers praised the rapid development of bilateral ties under the leadership of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. They emphasized the strong political will driving both countries toward deeper cooperation across strategic, economic, and security sectors.

The two officials highlighted the importance of the Egyptian Saudi Supreme Coordination Council, a platform established to elevate bilateral collaboration to levels that reflect the aspirations of the two peoples. This body plays a central role in enhancing economic, investment, and trade partnerships between Cairo and Riyadh.

Dr Abdel Aaty strongly condemned recent attempts by irresponsible online platforms to undermine or distort the strength of Egyptian Saudi relations. He described such efforts as desperate and baseless, reaffirming Egypt’s full rejection of any slander targeting the alliance between the two countries. He underscored the unshakable foundation of trust and mutual respect that defines the relationship.

The meeting also addressed several pressing regional developments, most notably the ongoing situation in Gaza. The Egyptian minister reviewed Cairo’s continued efforts to secure a ceasefire, facilitate humanitarian access, and prepare for an international conference focused on the reconstruction of Gaza. Both sides agreed on the urgency of halting the violence and ensuring unimpeded delivery of aid.

The discussion extended to Libya, where Dr Abdel Aaty reiterated Egypt’s support for a Libyan led solution free from foreign interference. He stressed the need to preserve Libya’s sovereignty and unity and to support national institutions as part of a sustainable peace framework.

The crisis in Sudan was also a focus of the dialogue. Both ministers expressed a shared concern over the ongoing conflict and emphasized the importance of protecting Sudan’s unity and territorial integrity, while rejecting external meddling and encouraging efforts toward a peaceful resolution led by Sudanese stakeholders.

In light of recent developments in Syria, the ministers strongly condemned Israeli attacks on Syrian territory, including the targeting of the Tishreen Presidential Palace and military sites in Damascus. They reiterated their commitment to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria and called for Israel’s full withdrawal from occupied Syrian land, including the Golan Heights, in accordance with international law and United Nations resolutions.

The meeting concluded with a clear reflection of mutual alignment and strategic coordination between Egypt and Saudi Arabia. Both countries reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their bilateral partnership and collaborating on regional solutions rooted in diplomacy, respect for sovereignty, and shared Arab interests.