Cairo – Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aaty reaffirmed Cairo’s unwavering support for Sudan in a phone call on Monday with Sudan’s newly-appointed Acting Foreign Minister, Ali al-Sharif. The conversation focused on strengthening bilateral ties and addressed the ongoing crisis in Sudan.
During the call, Abdel Aaty expressed Egypt’s commitment to supporting Sudanese institutions, sovereignty, and territorial integrity as the country faces unprecedented challenges. He also congratulated al-Sharif on his new role, underscoring the longstanding and unique relationship between Egypt and Sudan, which is rooted in deep historical and cultural ties.
The two ministers discussed the latest developments in Sudan, with Abdel Aaty stressing Egypt’s determination to stand by Sudan through its current crisis. He emphasized that Egypt would continue to offer support until Sudan navigates through this difficult and pivotal period.
A key topic of the conversation was the water issue, with both ministers reaffirming the central importance of this matter to both countries, particularly as downstream nations along the Nile. The phone call underscored a strong alignment between Egypt and Sudan on water security, an issue critical to both nations’ survival and prosperity.
The exchange also touched on other regional concerns, with both sides expressing mutual interest in continuing to collaborate closely in the face of broader geopolitical challenges.
