Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Co-operation and Egyptians Abroad Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s unwavering commitment to protecting its Nile water security, stressing that it is an existential interest and a matter of national security that cannot be compromised.
During a comprehensive briefing on Thursday with foreign correspondents and representatives of regional and international media, Minister Abdelatty stressed that Egypt’s policy towards Nile Basin countries is based on co-operation, development, shared interests and mutual benefit, emphasising that safeguarding Egypt’s water security does not conflict with the legitimate development aspirations of sisterly countries.
He underscored that the Nile must be managed in accordance with international law, particularly the principles of avoiding harm, co-operation and consensus.
He categorically rejected unilateral measures in the Eastern Nile Basin that violate international law, affirming that Egypt will employ all measures available under international law to protect its rights and the existential interests of its people.
Turning to regional developments, Minister Abdelatty outlined Egypt’s intensive efforts to implement the first phase and advance towards the second phase of US President Donald Trump’s peace plan for Palestine.
He highlighted Egypt’s diplomatic engagement to consolidate the ceasefire, end the war and halt Israeli settlement expansion and land confiscation, warning that such practices undermine prospects for Palestinian statehood and lasting peace.
He also reaffirmed Egypt’s efforts to de-escalate regional tensions, promote dialogue and pursue diplomatic solutions, stressing the importance of returning to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding to prevent a wider conflict and protect regional and global energy and food security.
He called for safe maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
On regional security, Minister Abdelatty called for stronger collective capabilities based on sovereignty, territorial integrity, good-neighbourliness, non-interference and international law.
He reaffirmed Egypt’s support for Sudan’s unity, sovereignty and state institutions, condemned Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon and called for full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701 and Lebanese sovereignty over its territory.
The foreign minister also highlighted the resilience of Egypt’s economy, citing improved macroeconomic indicators and reforms focused on empowering the private sector, strengthening competitiveness, attracting investment and creating jobs.
Chairman of the State Information Service Ambassador Alaa Youssef attended the briefing, organised with SIS support at the ministry’s headquarters.
