Sisi: Egypt Committed to Support Sudan’s Security

Egypt’s President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi held a meeting on Wednesday Sudanese Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok, who is currently visiting Cairo.

During the meeting, Sisi affirmed Egypt's support to Sudan's security and stability in order to meet the aspirations of the Sudanese people.

The President pointed out to the importance of providing all means of support to Sudan and the speedy implementation of joint development projects, such as electrical connection and railway lines.

El-Sisi highlighted Egypt’s firm stance to support bilateral cooperation in a consistent framework of mutual respect and common interest.

On his part, Hamdok expressed his appreciation over the sincere Egyptian support on the bilateral, regional and international levels.

He also expressed his hope to benefit from the Egyptian expertise in the field of development projects and economic reform during the coming period.

It is worth mentioning that Egyptian Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli held a bilateral meeting with his Sudan counterpart Hamdok to discuss ways of fostering joint cooperation between the two brotherly countries.

During the meeting, Madbouli said that Egypt is ready to provide all possible support during the coming period.

It is noteworthy that Hamdok left for Cairo Wednesday on his first visit to an Arab country since assuming his post.

He is leading a delegation of ministers and senior officials. He also is set to hold talks with Egyptian officials on ways of boosting bilateral relations and the latest developments in Sudan in light of challenges besetting the transitional government.

Last month, Madbouli participated in a ceremony of a landmark power-sharing agreement between the main Sudanese opposition coalition and the military council. He also took part in the signing ceremony on behalf of President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi, the current chair of the African Union.

The prime minister said Egypt is keen on supporting Sudan’s vision of the future of its nation, and said support would be provided in confidence in Sudan’s capabilities in resolving all conflicts and overcoming all challenges.

He also hailed the role of the African Union and other parties in aiding stability in Khartoum.

“Sudan’s security is part of Egypt’s national security and the circumstances Sudan undergoes affect Egypt, especially in light of the changes in the region,” Madbouli added.