Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi met with Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki in Cairo on October 30, with both leaders pledging to reinforce their countries’ strategic relationship and work closely to secure the Red Sea, the Egyptian Presidency announced.
The discussions focused on ongoing conflicts in Sudan and Somalia, as well as rising geopolitical tensions in the Red Sea and the Horn of Africa. According to the presidential spokesperson, Al-Sisi reiterated Egypt’s firm support for Eritrea’s sovereignty and emphasised the need to boost cooperation to protect shipping lanes and maintain stability in the vital maritime corridor.
President Afwerki praised Egypt’s efforts in support of regional peace and development and said expanding economic and security collaboration with Cairo was a priority for Asmara. The two leaders also underlined the importance of stronger coordination between Arab and African partners to protect the Red Sea region.
On Sudan, both presidents renewed their backing for Sudan’s national institutions, especially the Armed Forces, and rejected efforts to create rival structures within the country. Al-Sisi also referenced Egypt’s involvement in the Quartet Mechanism working to help end the conflict and address the humanitarian challenges.
On Somalia, Al-Sisi and Afwerki reaffirmed commitments made under the Asmara Tripartite Declaration of October 2024, which stresses the sovereignty and unity of Somalia and its neighbours. They agreed to support Mogadishu in strengthening state institutions and managing security risks.
Afwerki’s visit also coincided with the opening of Egypt’s Grand Egyptian Museum, where Al-Sisi highlighted the depth of the bilateral relationship and expressed confidence that cooperation in investment and economic development would continue to grow.
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Source:Africa Publicity
