Egypt reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia against security threats

Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Expatriates Badr Abdelatty met with Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, on the sidelines of the IMF and World Bank Group autumn meetings.

Ambassador Nader Zaki, spokesperson for Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said in an official statement that Abdelatty emphasized the deep, historic ties between Egypt and the GCC states, stressing that the security of the Gulf is an integral part of Egypt’s national security. He added that Egypt attaches the utmost importance to the security and stability of its Gulf partners, based on longstanding fraternal relations.

The spokesperson added that the meeting included discussions on recent regional developments and efforts to contain current tensions. Both sides condemned the recent attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, affirming the full solidarity of Egypt and the GCC with the Kingdom and their support in facing any threats to its security, stability, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.

They also stressed the importance of intensifying joint Arab action and strengthening coordination and consultation mechanisms to address challenges threatening the region’s security and stability. The two sides underscored the need to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states and to prioritize political and diplomatic solutions to regional crises.

The spokesperson noted that both parties expressed anticipation for the second session of the Egyptian-Gulf Investment and Trade Forum in Alamein, which aims to boost economic and trade relations and encourage mutual investments in energy and other sectors. This comes in light of regional developments and is intended to support trade, supply chain integration, and broader economic and investment cooperation between Egypt and the GCC.

According to the statement, the two sides agreed to continue strengthening political consultation mechanisms, in line with the memorandum of understanding signed in February 2022 and the joint action plan for 2024–2028, to enhance regular dialogue and coordinate positions on issues of mutual interest.