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Al-Ahram Weekly
27-05-2025
- Business
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt FM delivers a message from El-Sisi to Mauritanian president - Foreign Affairs
Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty delivered a written message from President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi to his Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, during an official visit to Nouakchott on Tuesday. During a meeting with the Mauritanian president, Abdelatty highlighted the deep-rooted historical ties between both nations. He affirmed Cairo's desire to elevate bilateral relations to the level of a strategic partnership, particularly in the economic domain, according to a foreign ministry statement. Abdelatty expressed his appreciation to Mauritania for backing Egyptian candidates in international forums, including its support for Khaled El-Anany, Egypt's nominee for UNESCO director-general. He pointed to the launch of the Egypt-Mauritania Economic Forum, held on the sidelines of the joint committee meetings, as a catalyst for enhanced investment partnerships. He also spotlighted several joint projects in Mauritania that are expected to see significant breakthroughs through Egyptian involvement. The minister also commended President Ghazouani's leadership in promoting stability and security in the Sahel region and reaffirmed Egypt's support for Mauritania's counterterrorism efforts, including enhanced bilateral cooperation in this domain. Minister Abdelatty briefed the Mauritanian president on Egypt's efforts to broker a ceasefire in Gaza and facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid. The two sides also exchanged views on a host of regional issues, including the situations in Libya, Sudan, Syria, and Lebanon, the statement noted. For his part, President Ghazouani lauded Egypt's pivotal role in promoting peace and stability across the region. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Egypt Today
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
Egypt's Foreign Minister expresses desire to strengthen ties with Mauritania
CAIRO - 27 May 2025: Egypt's Foreign Minister and Minister of Immigration Dr. Badr Abdel Aaty expressed Cairo's strong desire to elevate its bilateral ties with Mauritania, especially in the economic and trade sectors, during a diplomatic visit to Nouakchott on Tuesday. In his meeting with Mohamed Salem Ould Merzouk, Mauritania's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation, and Mauritanians Abroad, Dr. Abdel Aaty praised the close coordination and cooperation between the two countries' foreign ministries and reaffirmed Egypt's commitment to deepening this relationship across all sectors. Dr. Abdel Aaty also conveyed Egypt's appreciation for Mauritania'ssupport of Egyptian candidates in various international forums, including the nomination of Dr. Khaled El-Anany for the position of UNESCO Director-General. Highlighting the economic potential of the partnership, the Egyptian minister expressed hope that the upcoming Egypt-Mauritania Economic Forum would serve as a powerful catalyst for strengthening cooperation between the two nations' business communities. He emphasized Egypt's readiness to share its expertise and support Mauritania in executing development projects across various sectors. Egypt, he added, remains fully open to expanding cooperation with Mauritania in all areas, aiming to create a significant shift in their economic relations. On the regional front, the two foreign ministers exchanged views on major developments, including the situation in the Gaza Strip, with Dr. Abdel Aaty reaffirming Egypt's unwavering efforts to restore a ceasefire and ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid to Palestinians. He also stressed Egypt's firm rejection of any plans to forcibly displace Palestinians from their land. The ministers also reviewed pressing challenges across the African continent, reaffirming their mutual commitment to addressing regional instability and advancing joint African interests. This visit underscores the renewed momentum in Egypt-Mauritania relations and signals a shared vision for closer strategic cooperation grounded in mutual respect, development goals, and regional solidarity.
