Al-Sisi, Guterres tackle regional crises as Egypt backs Gulf security

“Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi met United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on the sidelines of the Africa-France summit in Nairobi, with talks centering on regional crises and Gulf security. According to the Egyptian presidency, Al-Sisi underscored Egypt’s support for peaceful settlements to regional conflicts, stressing the need to preserve state sovereignty and stability. He reaffirmed Cairo’s full backing for Gulf states and rejected any attacks on their sovereignty amid escalating tensions involving Iran. Both sides acknowledged the gravity of current uncertainty and its implications for regional and global stability. Discussions also covered the role of U.N. agencies in delivering humanitarian aid to Sudan and Gaza. Al-Sisi emphasized the importance of sustained assistance, while Guterres highlighted funding pressures facing U.N. organizations. The Secretary-General praised Egypt’s role in easing humanitarian suffering and supporting regional stability, particularly in Sudan and Gaza. In separate meetings, Al-Sisi discussed bilateral cooperation with Madagascar’s President Michael Randrianarina, focusing on trade, investment, infrastructure, agriculture, and health. Al-Sisi expressed Egypt’s readiness to support Madagascar’s sustainable development, while Randrianarina called for closer ties and coordination on African challenges, aligning with the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals and the African Union’s Agenda 2063. Al-Sisi also met CMA CGM Chairperson Rodolphe Saadé to explore expanding the French shipping giant’s investments in Egypt, particularly in the Suez Canal Economic Zone. He praised the company’s role in Egypt’s ports and maritime transport sector, notably the Red Sea Container Terminal at Sokhna Port, the country’s first semi-automated container terminal. Talks addressed the impact of regional tensions on maritime routes and global supply chains, with Al-Sisi urging stronger international cooperation to reduce disruptions to global trade, especially in energy and food security. Saadé affirmed CMA CGM’s commitment to expanding its presence in Egypt and leveraging the country’s growing logistics infrastructure. The post Al-Sisi, Guterres tackle regional crises as Egypt backs Gulf security first appeared on Dailynewsegypt .

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