OPEN// Egypt, Saudi Arabia FMs praise strong bilateral ties
They praised the significant growth of these ties under the directives of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and Saudi King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
The ministers stated that such developing relations are reflected in distinguished cooperation and ongoing coordination between the two countries across all areas of bilateral cooperation, as well as on regional and international files of mutual concern.
The call comes as part of the ongoing coordination and the eternal fraternal relations between Egypt and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The call reflected harmony in visions and stances between the two sisterly countries and their shared desire to further strengthen bilateral relations and work towards political and diplomatic solutions to the crises affecting the region and the world.
Both ministers discussed developments in the region, particularly the Palestinian cause and the catastrophic situation in the Gaza Strip and addressed ongoing efforts to resume a ceasefire in Gaza.
Abdelatty highlighted Egypt's intensive communications with all parties to reach a ceasefire and ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip.
They also discussed the upcoming conference on the early recovery and reconstruction of Gaza, which Egypt plans to host in cooperation with the United Nations and the Palestinian government once a ceasefire is achieved.
The ministers reviewed intensive communications underway to solidify the ceasefire between Iran and Israel and resume negotiations on Iran's nuclear program in a manner that contributes to de-escalation and the achievement of calm.
They also exchanged views on developments in Sudan and the Levant (Arab Mashreq) region.
The ministers agreed to continue consultations and coordination to serve mutual interests and support security and stability in the region, in line with the directives of their countries' leaderships. (MENA)
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