US Blinken Delivers Speech at AUC

A short while ago, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken delivered a speech at American University in Cairo (AUC). 

During his visit to Cairo, Blinken will meet with senior Egyptian officials to discuss ways to advance the strategic partnership between both countries and enhance security and peace in the region.

It is scheduled that, Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry and Belinken will hold a joint press conference on Monday, after bilateral discussions on a number of issues, most notably the situation in the Middle East and the Palestinian cause, as well as developments in Libya, Syria and Iraq.

Before his arrival, US top diplomat said that his visit to Egypt confirms the US commitment to deepening bilateral relations.

"Headed to Egypt, Israel, and the West Bank. My fourth trip to the region as Secretary underscores our commitment to deepen bilateral relationships and people-to-people ties, promote human rights, and strengthen regional and global security," Blinken tweeted.