Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptians Abroad, met with Ms. Yvette Cooper, UK Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, on Wednesday evening, February 18, in New York.
The meeting comes within the framework of regular consultations to enhance bilateral relations and exchange views on regional developments.
Abdelatty emphasized the importance of building upon the positive momentum in bilateral relations, aiming to expand cooperation across political, economic, and trade sectors.
Moreover, he highlighted the significance of organizing a high-level economic event featuring major British companies to boost UK investments, particularly in light of Egypt’s improved investment climate and recent structural economic reforms.
Furthermore, both ministers exchanged assessments on regional issues, foremost among them developments in Iran.
Abdelatty stressed the urgency of de-escalation and reducing regional tensions, affirming Egypt’s full support for all efforts promoting dialogue and resolving concerns through diplomatic channels to enhance regional security.
Furthermore, he called for concerted international efforts toward a peaceful, consensual settlement regarding the Iranian nuclear file that addresses the concerns of all parties, reiterating that dialogue remains the primary option to avoid further escalation.
FM also briefed his British counterpart on the situation in Gaza, emphasizing the need to implement the second phase of the U.S. President’s plan.
Moreover, he noted Egypt’s support for the Peace Council and the National Committee for Gaza Management.
Furthermore, FM stressed the rapid deployment of an international stability force to monitor the ceasefire, ensure the continuous flow of humanitarian aid, and pave the way for early recovery and reconstruction.
Additionally, Abdelatty reaffirmed the necessity of maintaining Palestinian territorial integrity, rejecting any attempts to separate or divide Gaza and the West Bank.
He also condemned recent Israeli decisions in the West Bank and the continued expansion of settlements, stressing that such actions undermine a just settlement; the establishment of an independent Palestinian state on the June 4, 1967 lines, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
Regarding Sudan, Abdelatty underscored the urgency of reaching a humanitarian truce as a precursor to a comprehensive ceasefire and an inclusive Sudanese-owned political process.
In addition, FM prioritized the establishment of safe humanitarian corridors to ensure unimpeded aid delivery.
He also briefed the British official on Egypt's ongoing efforts within the framework of the International Quartet.
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