The Egyptian Foreign Minister visited Eritrea to deliver a message from President Sisi to President Afwerki, focusing on the enhancement of bilateral relations and regional issues. The discussions included support for Somalia, the situation in Sudan, and Red Sea security, aiming to reinforce historical ties and cooperation between the nations.
On March 1, 2025, Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration Badr Abdelatty traveled to Asmara, Eritrea, to convey a message from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi to Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki. The message emphasizes the need to strengthen and develop bilateral relations across various sectors and to address regional issues of mutual interest, as stated by Egyptian Foreign Ministry spokesman Ambassador Tamim Khallaf.
Abdelatty’s visit aims to build on President Sisi’s previous visit to Asmara in October 2024. It seeks to activate the tripartite coordination mechanism involving Egypt, Eritrea, and Somalia. The inaugural ministerial meeting for this coordination mechanism occurred in Cairo in January 2025, with plans for a second meeting to commence shortly.
During the meeting, President Afwerki and Minister Abdelatty examined the strong bilateral ties and discussed ways to enhance cooperation for the benefit of both nations. They also exchanged views on significant regional matters, including the crises in Africa and the need for peace and security in the Horn of Africa, particularly in regards to Somalia’s territorial integrity against terrorism.
Additionally, the discussions included the evolving situations in Sudan and Libya, as well as issues in the Red Sea, where they affirmed their stance against external involvement in Red Sea security and governance matters. President Afwerki expressed his greetings to President Sisi and reaffirmed his commitment to advancing the bilateral relationship between Egypt and Eritrea for the benefit of their peoples.
In a joint press conference with Somali and Eritrean counterparts on January 11, 2025, Foreign Minister Abdelatty stated that the three nations agreed to collaborate in bolstering the sovereignty of Somalia. They also focused on the frameworks of cooperation to enhance security within the Horn of Africa and safeguard the unity of the involved nations, in accordance with international law and the principle of non-interference.
The meeting between Egypt and Eritrea’s officials underscores the importance of enhancing bilateral relations and addressing regional security concerns collaboratively. The discussions highlighted mutual interests in supporting Somalia, advancing stability in Sudan and Libya, and maintaining the integrity of the Red Sea. The ongoing coordination efforts symbolize a collective commitment to regional peace and cooperation among the involved countries.
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