Egypt's FM, EU Foreign Policy chief discuss latest regional developments

Badr Abdelatty, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptian Expatriates, held a phone call with Kaja Kallas, the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy to discuss relations between Egypt and the European Union as well as recent regional developments.

The two sides discussed the comprehensive strategic partnership between Egypt and the EU and ways to strengthen cooperation, particularly in investment and trade, including facilitating Egyptian exports to European markets and expanding cooperation with the private sector.

They also exchanged views on the escalating situation in the region and stressed the importance of reducing tensions and pursuing diplomatic and political solutions. Abdelatty said Egypt rejects attacks targeting Gulf states, Jordan, Iraq, Turkey, and Azerbaijan and warned of serious consequences if the conflict expands.

Both sides agreed to continue coordination within the framework of the Egypt-EU strategic partnership.