FM Reiterats Importance of Foreign Forces, Mercenaries' Withdrawl from Libya

Egypt's Foreign Minister (FM) Sameh Shoukry received on Sunday his Algerian counterpart Ramtane Lamamra, at the ministry headquarters in Cairo.

The meeting discussed ways to boost bilateral cooperation between the two countries, as well as the latest regional and international issues of common interest, Foreign Ministry spokesman Ahmed Hafez tweeted.

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At the outset of the meeting, both ministers praised the 'distinguished' bilateral ties between Egypt and Algeria, underlining the need to continue cooperation and coordination in various fields, and to strengthen aspects of economic and investment relations between both sides during the coming period, to meet the aspirations of the two brotherly peoples.

Moreover, their official talks touched on several regional issues of mutual concern, including the Libyan file, the spokesman added.

In this regard, Shoukry stressed the importance of supporting a Libyan-Libyan solution to get out of the current crisis, underlining the need to stop any foreign interference in Libya's domestic affairs.

In addition, FM reiterated the importance of the withdrawal of foreign forces, mercenaries from Libya, to achieve the aspirations of the brotherly Libyan people for security, stability, and prosperity.

The spokesman noted that the latest developments in Sudan, Mali, and the Sahel and Sahara region were also discussed.

Concerning peacekeeping issues, the two ministers stressed the need to intensify coordination within the framework of joint African action, in a way that enhances efforts to achieve peace, security, and prosperity, especially in light of the various security challenges imposed by the successive developments in the region.