Egypt and Kuwait emphasized today, Tuesday, the urgent need for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the continued exchange of hostages and detainees.
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This came during a meeting between Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Emir of the State of Kuwait, at the Amiri Diwan (Bayan Palace), in the presence of delegations from both countries. The meeting marked the conclusion of President El-Sisi’s state visit to Kuwait.
Ambassador Mohamed El-Shenawy, spokesperson for the Egyptian Presidency, stated that the meeting included an extended session with the two delegations, followed by bilateral talks between the two leaders, and later a luncheon hosted by the Emir of Kuwait in honor of the Egyptian President.
During the meeting, Emir Mishal welcomed President El-Sisi, noting that the visit reflects the strong and distinguished bilateral relations between the two countries and provides an opportunity to further enhance cooperation across various fields, particularly in economic and investment sectors.
The Emir also expressed his appreciation for Egypt’s historic and pivotal role in the development of Gulf nations and in fostering regional stability.
The spokesperson added that President El-Sisi expressed his deep gratitude for the warm welcome and generous hospitality, emphasizing Egypt’s pride in its longstanding and close relations with Kuwait.
President El-Sisi also praised the progress and prosperity witnessed in Kuwait under the leadership of Emir Mishal, affirming Egypt’s commitment to enhancing cooperation with Kuwait in all areas, especially economic collaboration and increasing trade and investment exchange to serve the shared interests of both peoples.
The spokesperson further noted that the meeting included an exchange of views on regional developments, foremost among them the deteriorating situation in the Gaza Strip. Both leaders stressed the urgent need for an immediate ceasefire, the continuation of hostage and detainee exchanges, and the urgent entry of sufficient humanitarian aid. They affirmed their full support for the Arab recovery and reconstruction plan for Gaza and the necessity of implementing it immediately following the ceasefire.
The two leaders also strongly rejected the displacement of Palestinians from their land and underscored the importance of achieving a just and comprehensive resolution to the Palestinian cause through the establishment of an independent Palestinian state along the June 4, 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
The spokesperson concluded that the meeting also touched on developments in Syria and Sudan, with both leaders affirming their support for the unity and stability of both countries. They also reiterated support for Yemen’s legitimate government and stressed the importance of safeguarding the security and stability of maritime navigation in the Red Sea and the region’s waterways.
