Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt’s longstanding commitment to international peace and multilateralism during his participation in the 80th anniversary of the United Nations, held in Moscow.
Speaking via videoconference, El-Sisi praised the UN’s legacy since its founding in 1945, and underscored Egypt’s central role in supporting its mission over the decades. He described the occasion as a timely reminder of the collective responsibility to uphold international peace, security, and sustainable development.
“Eliminating the root causes of conflict must remain a top priority,” El-Sisi said, calling for strengthened efforts in preventive diplomacy and inclusive development. “Peacekeeping cannot be a substitute for comprehensive political solutions.”
The president highlighted Egypt’s status as a founding member of the United Nations and one of its leading contributors to peacekeeping missions. Since 1960, Egypt has deployed more than 30,000 peacekeepers to 37 UN missions across 24 countries—one of the highest among member states.
El-Sisi also announced Egypt’s readiness to support the UN’s institutional reform efforts under the UN80 initiative, offering to host regional offices or agencies seeking relocation. He pointed to Egypt’s strategic geographic location, robust infrastructure, and favorable time zone as key advantages for enhancing UN operational efficiency.
The commemoration coincided with Russia’s Victory Day and was attended by several international leaders. El-Sisi’s participation follows his recent visit to Moscow, where he held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, highlighting Egypt’s active diplomatic engagement on both bilateral and multilateral fronts.
The Egyptian leader concluded his remarks by stressing the importance of revitalizing multilateral institutions to meet the evolving challenges of the 21st century. “Our shared future depends on the principles of cooperation, solidarity, and collective action,” he said.
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