Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Co-operation and Egyptian Expatriates, Badr Abdelatty, reaffirmed Egypt’s full support for Iraq’s security, stability, sovereignty and territorial integrity during a meeting on Friday with Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein.
The meeting was held on the sidelines of the 17th edition of the Sir Bani Yas Forum in the UAE.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nader Zaki said the talks focused on ways to strengthen bilateral relations between Egypt and Iraq and further develop cooperation in the various fields.
The two sides also discussed building on the outcomes of Abdelatty’s recent visit to Iraq, particularly in the areas of infrastructure, energy, electrical interconnection and transportation, he said.
Zaki added that the meeting featured an exchange of views on the latest regional developments and ongoing efforts to de-escalate tensions and prevent further escalation in the region.
