Shoukry: Egypt Remains Supporter to Brothers in Bahrain

Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry affirmed on Monday Egypt’s supportive stance for “brothers in Bahrain, and for the security and stability of the Arab Gulf”.

"Shoukry made the remarks during his meeting with Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif Al-Zayani in Cairo," Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ahmed Hafez said.

During the meeting, Shoukry lauded the level of cooperation between Egypt and Bahrain, affirming Cairo’s keenness to bolster it in various fields upon directives from the political leaderships in both countries to meet the aspirations of the two brotherly peoples.

Shoukry and Zayani exchanged viewpoints on regional and international files, as well as on the accelerating incidents that require rallying efforts and coordination between Cairo and Manama.

The talks between the two ministers have reflected conformity of viewpoints on issues of common interest, the spokesman noted.

Meanwhile, Zayani stressed Manama’s support for all Egyptian national security requirements, noting in the same regard that his country appreciates the Egyptian role that supports stability in the region.

The Bahraini foreign minister also praised the pace of coordination and consultation maintained between the two countries.