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Egypt Independent
09-04-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Independent
Egyptian, UAE FMs Discuss Bilateral Ties
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty on Wednesday 9/4/2025 discussed with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed al-Nahyan means of boosting bilateral ties in the political, economic, investment and trade domains. The two sides' talks, that took place on the sidelines of the Middle East-America Dialogue (MEAD) summit in the UAE, are in line with directives of President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and his UAE counterpart Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed. The meeting falls within the framework of regular communication between the two sides to follow up on the latest developments related to the Palestinian issue, including the current situation in the Gaza Strip and Egypt's efforts to reach a deal that contributes to achieving calm and returning to the ceasefire agreement. The Egyptian foreign minister also discussed with the UAE deputy prime minister steps to be taken ahead by the Arab-Islamic Ministerial Committee and its engagement with international stakeholders regarding the Arab plan for early recovery and reconstruction of the Gaza Strip. The two ministers also reviewed an array of regional files and exchanged views on the latest developments related to the regional crises, stressing the importance of pressing ahead with joint coordination to reduce escalation in the region and avoid any further tension.
Egypt Today
09-04-2025
- Business
- Egypt Today
Egypt's, UAE FMs talk boosting bilateral ties in economic, investment domains
Egypt's, UAE FMs talk boosting bilateral ties in economic, investment domains CAIRO - 9 April 2025: Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty on Wednesday discussed with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed al-Nahyan means of boosting bilateral ties in the political, economic, investment and trade domains. The two sides' talks, that took place on the sidelines of the Middle East-America Dialogue (MEAD) summit in the UAE, are in line with directives of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and his UAE counterpart Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed. The meeting falls within the framework of regular communication between the two sides to follow up on the latest developments related to the Palestinian issue, including the current situation in the Gaza Strip and Egypt's efforts to reach a deal that contributes to achieving calm and returning to the ceasefire agreement. The Egyptian foreign minister also discussed with the UAE deputy prime minister steps to be taken ahead by the Arab-Islamic Ministerial Committee and its engagement with international stakeholders regarding the Arab plan for early recovery and reconstruction of the Gaza Strip. The two ministers also reviewed an array of regional files and exchanged views on the latest developments related to the regional crises, stressing the importance of pressing ahead with joint coordination to reduce escalation in the region and avoid any further tension.
The National
08-04-2025
- Business
- The National
America wants to share a future with the Middle East
If there was ever any doubt about American engagement in the often-turbulent Middle East, the first 79 days of the new administration of US President Donald Trump should dispel any sceptics. US diplomats and White House emissaries are blanketing the region on peace missions. The US Navy is fully engaged in active combat operations in the Red Sea, with a second carrier battle group on its way. Gulf investors have committed trillions in new US-focused deals in AI, energy and infrastructure. An Arab capital is host to diplomatic negotiations with American mediators over a European war. And Mr Trump's first foreign trip of his second term, as it was during his first, will be to the region in the coming weeks. American interests, attention and presence in the Middle East seem as enduring as ever. Yet friends and foes in the region are alternatively bewildered and emboldened by Washington's policy swings across six presidential administrations since the new century. After every US presidential election cycle, Middle Eastern leaders and observers are left wondering, which America will show up next? Is there any possibility of an enduring American consensus and policy towards the region? What can the region expect from the US? At the same time Washington wonders, what can the US expect from the region? Is there scope for effective regional burden-sharing that eases the demands on America's attention? Now more than ever, in a moment of extreme danger and renewed possibility, clarity and predictability among friends are critical. This was the goal over the past two days, when some of the most senior leaders from the US, the UAE and the region, including Israel, converged on Abu Dhabi. At the Middle East America Dialogue (MEAD) Summit, they reinforced the basic pillars of the US-Middle East relationship. But perhaps more importantly, they prompted each other to reimagine and modernise an 80-year compact fundamental to regional and American security and prosperity. As a Republican and Democrat who worked at the highest levels in the US government and serve as honorary co-chairs of MEAD, we share a deep belief in America's unshakeable commitment to this region. This should extend across the political divide and from one president to the other. It existed on January 20, as Mr Trump took office, just as it did earlier that morning when his predecessor, Joe Biden, concluded his term. And it was evident throughout the presidential transition period when both teams worked collaboratively to achieve a ceasefire-for-hostage deal in Gaza. As is perfectly clear to the world, US presidents have different priorities, different styles and different policies. This week in Abu Dhabi, senior US administration officials described Mr Trump's efforts to end the war in Gaza, set a new course with Iran, and expand on the Abraham Accords. The US shared what it expects from its regional allies: to contribute more to mutual defence and stability, to further bolster regional diplomacy, and to be an active partner in American growth and innovation at home, in the region, and around the world. To offer a full perspective on US policy, former Biden administration officials at the Summit provided critical context and understanding to their decision-making. The Americans, Republicans and Democrats, were challenged not just by each other, but by their regional counterparts eager for greater clarity and insight. Regional partners shared their expectations and how they would like to see America's role play out in the Middle East. If there is one thing that connects every ally in this region, it is the desire to see America engaged and attentive. The range of issues is expansive, and the region is undergoing tectonic shifts. But realism and vision can share a stage. Business and policy leaders discussed the vast potential of a more integrated, more normalised, and more peaceful Middle East. The region's future is taking shape as a global hub and powerhouse of advanced technologies, energy innovation, forward-looking capital, and leading-edge logistics. There should be no doubt. America wants to be a part of this shared future. Across administrations and partisan politics, the US has too much history and so much at stake in the Middle East. This week at MEAD, we engaged deeply, explained clearly, and listened actively. We owe the region and ourselves nothing less. We must advance each other's diplomatic goals, invest in each other's long-term economic prosperity, and strengthen our common defences. American exceptionalism is not always easy for our friends to understand or accept, but it is far better than American isolationism. America cannot abandon or ignore the world. Instead, it must work together with trusted, capable and powerful allies to achieve shared objectives. Those are the goals of MEAD.
Middle East
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Middle East
OPEN// FM urges restoring calmness, consolidating Gaza ceasefire
CAIRO, April 8 (MENA) - Foreign and Emigration Minister Badr Abdelatty underlined the importance of restoring calmness, consolidating the Gaza ceasefire deal and ensuring the implementation of its three stages. He also highlighted the importance of delivering humanitarian and medical assistance to Gaza and alleviating the suffering of the Palestinians. He stressed Egypt's rejection of forced displacement of the Palestinians. He made the remarks during a meeting on Tuesday with Deputy Special Envoy for the Middle East Morgan Ortagus and Tim Lenderking, a Senior Bureau Official in the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs at the US State Department. The meeting took place on Tuesday on the fringe of the Middle East-America Dialogue Summit (MEAD) in Abu Dhabi. The talks tackled the Egyptian-US strategic partnership for over four decades and means of enhancing bilateral cooperation for the best interests of both sides, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Tamim Khallaf said. The two sides also exchanged views on the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank in light of the dangerous Israeli escalation in the occupied Palestinian territories. Abdelatty reviewed the Gaza reconstruction plan which was endorsed by the Arab and Islamic counties and backed by the European Union, Japan and other key international players. He referred to Egypt's keenness on hosting the international conference on Gaza reconstruction in tandem with the United Nations and the Palestinian government. He voiced hope to enhance coordination with the US administration to work on realizing the aspired just peace in the Middle East. The foreign minister stressed the importance of finding a political path for reaching a final Palestinian-Israeli settlement in accordance with the international legitimacy to establish an independent Palestinian state along the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem (Al Quds) as its capital. The meeting tackled also the latest developments in the Middle East, especially in Lebanon, Syria, Libya, Sudan and Yemen. The meeting underlined the importance of protecting navigation in the Red Sea. (MENA) M N E/R R N
Egypt Independent
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Independent
Abdelatty heads to UAE for Middle East-America Dialogue summit
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty headed to the UAE on Monday to take part in the Middle East-America Dialogue (MEAD) summit, hosted by Abu Dhabi. Abdelatty is set to attend some sessions at the summit. He will also hold bilateral meetings with a number of ministers and officials on the sidelines of the event.
