Saudi, Egyptian foreign ministers stress need to safeguard maritime security
Saudi and Egyptian foreign ministers discussed bilateral ties and emphasized the importance of securing maritime routes and freedom of navigation.
Key Takeaways
AISaudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a phone call with Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Dr. Badr Abdel Aati.
During the call, the two officials reviewed the close and strategic relations between their countries and discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation across various fields.
Dr. Abdel Aati reiterated Egypt’s condemnation of all attacks targeting Saudi Arabia and affirmed his country’s full support for the Kingdom’s security and stability.
The ministers also discussed current regional developments, stressing the need to safeguard the security of maritime passages and ensure freedom of navigation, particularly in the Red Sea and Bab Al-Mandab. They reaffirmed their countries’ consistent stance in supporting Sudan’s unity, sovereignty, and the preservation of its national institutions to maintain its security and stability and fulfill the aspirations of the Sudanese people.