Egypt, Greece foreign ministers discuss strengthening ties and regional stability

Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty held a phone call on Monday, August 3, 2026, with his Greek counterpart, Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis. The discussion centered on advancing the robust bilateral cooperation between their nations and exchanging views on pressing regional issues.

Both ministers expressed satisfaction with the strong momentum in Egyptian-Greek relations, characterizing them as a strategic partnership. They affirmed a shared commitment to building upon the outcomes of recent high-level engagements. The goal is to further enhance political and economic cooperation, ultimately serving the mutual interests of both countries and their peoples.

The conversation also delved into the rapidly evolving regional landscape. Minister Abdelatty briefed his Greek counterpart on Egypt's extensive diplomatic efforts aimed at promoting de-escalation and reducing tensions. He reiterated Egypt's support for dialogue and diplomatic solutions to ongoing crises, emphasizing the need to contain escalating tensions and preserve regional security and stability.

Concluding the call, Abdelatty and Gerapetritis agreed to maintain close coordination and consultations within the framework of their strategic partnership. They pledged to continue supporting ongoing initiatives focused on de-escalating regional tensions, underscoring the importance of collaborative diplomacy in navigating the current complex geopolitical environment.