Prime Minister Affirms Importance of Egypt Visit in Enhancing Bilateral Cooperation
Cairo, November 27, 2024
HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani emphasized that his visit today to the Arab Republic of Egypt represented an important opportunity to discuss the deteriorating regional situation, particularly in light of the war in Gaza and Lebanon, as well as to discuss bilateral relations and explore ways to advance and develop them in various fields.
During a joint press conference with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration and Egyptian Expatriates Affairs Dr. Badr Abdel Aati, HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs said that during the visit, he met with HE President of the Arab Republic of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and HE the Egyptian Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly. He noted that the visit marked significant milestones in the bilateral relations between the two countries, covering several topics, particularly economic cooperation, investment fields, and a review of existing Qatari investments in Egypt.
His Excellency expressed hope that this visit would help working groups follow up on the completion of these projects and enhance trade and economic cooperation between the two brotherly countries, noting that discussions also dealt with expanding and strengthening cooperation in humanitarian fields, especially given the deteriorating situation in Gaza and Sudan, with an agreement to work jointly on humanitarian support projects.
His Excellency confirmed that his meeting with the Egyptian Foreign Minister addressed preparations for the humanitarian conference on Gaza, which is set to be held in Cairo on Dec. 2. He expressed the State of Qatars eagerness to participate in the conference and provide all forms of support through it.
During the press conference, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani said that the meetings with Egyptian officials were an important opportunity to discuss the deteriorating regional situation, particularly with the ongoing war in Gaza and Lebanon, adding that warnings was issued of such conflicts and that it could potentially expand to encompass the entire region, stressing with regret that this is what is being witnessed today.
His Excellency emphasized that State of Qatar's aspiration for continued consultation with its Egyptian brothers, particularly regarding negotiations aimed at achieving a ceasefire in Gaza as soon as possible. He affirmed the necessity of coordinating with other brotherly nations on regional developments and ensuring a shared, clear vision among Arab countries in this regard.
His Excellency noted that discussions with Egyptian officials also addressed the ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel. He expressed hope that this agreement would lead to a genuine ceasefire and extend its impact to Gaza, bringing an end to the humanitarian suffering as quickly as possible.