On Tuesday, Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry held a telephone conversation with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to discuss a number of regional issues and ongoing counterterrorism cooperation.
In a statement, the Egyptian ministry of foreign affairs said that Shoukry and Blinken confirmed that Egypt and the US have similar views regarding several regional and international files. The two top diplomats also discussed the latest developments in Libya, Palestine as well as their counter-terrorism efforts.
During the talks, they also highlighted the historical partnership between Egypt and the United States which was based on mutual respect, common interest, and developing relations whether political, economic, or cultural.
They also reiterated the efforts of the two countries, in the field of human rights, in a way that would achieve their interests.
The two top diplomats also agreed on continuing their coordination and consultation in the next period concerning all mutual-interest issues, according to the statement.
On his part, Blinken highlighted the importance of the strong strategic partnership between the United States and Egypt, particularly in security and ongoing counterterrorism cooperation, and exchanged views on regional issues.
He also raised concerns over human rights, which he emphasized would be central to the US-Egypt bilateral relationship, and Egypt’s potential procurement of Su-35 fighter aircraft from Russia.
This is considered the first telephone call between the two officials since Antony Blinken was appointed as the secretary of state in late January.
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