On March 1, 2025, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty delivered a message from President Sisi to Eritrea’s President Afwerki, emphasizing the need to strengthen bilateral relations and address regional issues. The discussions involved support for Somalia, Sudan, and security in the Horn of Africa, reflecting historical ties and future cooperation between Egypt and Eritrea.
On March 1, 2025, Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration, Badr Abdelatty, visited Asmara to convey a message from President Abdel Fattah El Sisi to Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki. The message emphasized the enhancement of bilateral relations and addressed regional concerns of mutual interest. Ambassador Tamim Khallaf, spokesperson for the Egyptian Foreign Ministry, confirmed the visit’s focus on following up on President Sisi’s previous historic visit in October 2024.
During the meeting, Abdelatty and President Afwerki reviewed the strong ties between Egypt and Eritrea, discussing avenues to bolster joint cooperation for the benefit of both nations. They also exchanged perspectives on crucial regional matters, including issues affecting the Horn of Africa, specifically support for Somalia in combating terrorism.
The talks further covered the situation in Sudan, highlighting the need for support to preserve its unity and territorial integrity. Also discussed were developments in Libya and the African Sahel region, as well as affirming that only Red Sea coastal states should partake in the security governance of the Red Sea.
President Afwerki expressed his regards to President Sisi, reinforcing his commitment to advancing bilateral ties that reflect the historical connections between the two nations. In a previous conference on January 11, 2025, Minister Abdelatty reiterated Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Somalia’s collaborative intention to strengthen Somalia’s sovereignty and provide government support, aimed at enhancing regional security.
The meeting underscored the ministers’ agreement to implement measures from the Asmara Summit, with a collective focus on ensuring stability in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea region, adhering to international laws and respecting national sovereignty. They recognized the progress made in cooperation, particularly in peacekeeping efforts in Somalia, which includes Egypt’s involvement in the African Union Mission for Support and Stabilization in Somalia (AUSSOM).
The visit by Minister Badr Abdelatty to Eritrea reinforces the commitment of Egypt to enhance bilateral relations and address pressing regional concerns alongside Eritrea and Somalia. It highlights a collaborative effort to support security and sovereignty in the Horn of Africa, as both nations recognize the importance of their historical ties and ongoing cooperation in regional security initiatives.
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