Egyptian foreign minister urges de-escalation, maritime security in talks with Iranian counterpart
Egypt’s foreign minister stresses the need to de-escalate tensions and safeguard maritime trade in meetings with Russian and Iranian counterparts at BRICS summit.
Key Takeaways
AIEgyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty emphasized the importance of de-escalating tensions in the region and ensuring the safety and security of international maritime navigation during meetings with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov and Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS summit in New Delhi.
Abdelatty highlighted the need to intensify diplomatic efforts and prioritize political solutions to prevent the expansion of regional conflicts, stressing the importance of supporting regional and international security and stability.
Emphasis on trade and supply chain security
The Egyptian foreign minister underscored the importance of maintaining the flow of trade and supply chains, noting that protecting international maritime navigation is essential for the stability of the region and the world.
Bilateral meeting with Iranian foreign minister
In a bilateral meeting with his Iranian counterpart, Abdelatty stressed the need to de-escalate tensions during this critical period and to avoid targeting Gulf states, in order to help contain tensions and restore security for all countries in the region.