Cairo: EgyPulse – News Desk
Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates Affairs Badr Abdelatty held a telephone conversation with Ms. Yvette Cooper, the United Kingdom’s Foreign Secretary, on Thursday. According to a statement released from the Egyptian Foreign Ministry on Friday, the two ministers discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations and exchanged views on the latest developments concerning the Palestinian issue and the situation in Sudan.
The ministers reviewed the evolving situation in the Gaza Strip. Minister Abdelatty emphasized the importance of consolidating the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Agreement and advancing toward the second phase of President Trump’s plan. He underscored Egypt’s tireless efforts in this regard, in cooperation with regional and international partners, and called on the international community to unite in ensuring the full implementation of the agreement’s provisions.
He stressed that this is essential to ending the war, alleviating the humanitarian suffering of Gaza’s residents, and opening a genuine political horizon to realize the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people to establish their independent state. Minister Abdelatty also commended the historic step taken by the United Kingdom in recognizing the State of Palestine.
In this context, the Foreign Minister reviewed Egypt’s preparations to host the International Conference on Reconstruction and Early Recovery in the Gaza Strip. He expressed hope for the United Kingdom’s active participation in the event as one of its key partners and sponsors, noting that the conference represents a pivotal step in mobilizing international support for reconstruction efforts and promoting stability in the region.
The two ministers also exchanged perspectives on the situation in Sudan. Minister Abdelatty condemned the blatant violations and atrocities committed in El Fasher and stressed the urgent need to open humanitarian corridors to facilitate the delivery of aid. He reaffirmed Egypt’s firm position in support of Sudan’s unity, stability, and national institutions, and briefed his British counterpart on Egyptian efforts within the framework of the Quartet Mechanism to promote de-escalation and reach a comprehensive ceasefire.
He also highlighted the need for concerted regional and international efforts to achieve a lasting humanitarian truce and ensure the unimpeded flow of relief assistance to all parts of Sudan, to alleviate the suffering of its people.
Finally, the two ministers expressed appreciation for the positive momentum in bilateral relations and reaffirmed their shared commitment to further developing cooperation across all fields. They emphasized the importance of continuing high-level exchanges and working together to enhance economic, trade, and investment ties in a manner that serves the interests of both countries and their peoples.
