Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli reaffirmed Egypt’s firm stance on the ongoing developments in the region, stressing the importance of upholding the values of humanity and peace.
Speaking at a press conference held on Wednesday, Madbouli conveyed President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi’s full welcome of the recent ceasefire agreement.
He called on all conflicting parties to engage seriously in talks to reach a lasting peace and peaceful recovery for the peoples of the region.
Madbouli said Egypt’s political leadership—both government and people—stands united in supporting the security, stability, and prosperity of Gulf countries, as well as Iraq and Jordan.
He added that Egypt continues its efforts to end conflicts and establish a just and comprehensive peace.
In a related context, Madbouli expressed Egypt’s full solidarity with Lebanon following the recent attacks it faced, reaffirming Cairo’s support for the country in overcoming its current crisis.
The Prime Minister stressed that Egypt’s official position is that wars do not lead to decisive solutions or regional stability, but that negotiations remain the only path toward a fair peace that ensures lasting security.
He also praised the central role of Egyptian diplomacy in reaching the ceasefire agreement, noting that this effort has been commended by several international institutions.
Egypt, he said, will continue working closely with Arab countries, as well as partners such as Pakistan and Turkey, to reach a final and permanent end to the war.
On the domestic front, Madbouli said the government is prioritising energy supply and consumption efficiency, revealing positive developments regarding confirmed new natural gas reserves. Details will be announced by the Ministry of Petroleum.
He added that Egypt’s commitment to settling its dues to foreign partners has encouraged international companies to expand investments in exploration, expressing optimism that the sector will see further positive developments this year.
He noted that fast-tracking these discoveries into production will help ease foreign currency pressures on the state.
