Sisi, EU Commission's Head Stress Necessity to Foster Bilateral Ties

President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen discussed Monday bilateral cooperation between Egypt and the European Union and tackled recent developments of regional and global issues.

According to Presidency Spokesperson Bassam Rady, “Sisi received a phone call from President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen on Monday and discussed ways to promote bilateral cooperation, advance friendly relations, and maintain joint coordination between Egypt and the European Union.”

Sisi stressed his interest in strengthening cooperation and developing mutual dialogue between the two sides in light of their common interests and challenges.

On her part, the European Commission President expressed the EU’s appreciation for the strong and distinguished relations between Egypt and the European Union. She affirmed the EU’s desire to further boost cooperation with Egypt at various levels in light of Egypt’s leverage in the region.

Von der Leyen also praised the President’s vision to achieve comprehensive development across Egypt, the unremitting efforts to combat terrorism, and Egypt’s successful experience in combating illegal immigration.

“The call touched on a number of issues and developments in the region; von der Leyen confirmed the European interest that the ongoing coordination be ensured with Sisi on many important international and regional issues, including Egypt’s hosting of the COP 27 climate summit this year,” Rady said.

During the call, Sisi and Von der Leyen agreed on the need to continue consultation, exchange views, and intensify cooperation between the two sides, whether at the bilateral level or at international fora with a view to reaching political settlements for the various crises facing the region and maintaining peace and security in the Middle East, Africa, and the Eastern Mediterranean. This is necessary for both restoring stability in the region and securing a better future for its people.

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