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EU hails Egypt as 'pillar of stability' in Middle East at G7 summit
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EU hails Egypt as 'pillar of stability' in Middle East at G7 summit

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The European Union praised its partnership with Egypt, calling it a pillar of stability in the Middle East and a key partner for Europe.
  • EU officials met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on the sidelines of the G7 summit to discuss diplomatic efforts and regional stability.
  • The EU committed 1.5 billion euros to support Egypt's reform agenda, adding to 8 billion euros already mobilized.

The European Union lauded its alliance with Egypt, emphasizing the nation's role as a "pillar of stability" in the volatile Middle East and a crucial, steady partner for Europe. European Council President Charles Michel and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi during the G7 summit in Évian, France.

Egypt is a central and stable partner for Europe in a turbulent region. (...) Together with President Al Sisi, we discussed our diplomatic efforts in the Middle East. We support the swift implementation of the agreement between the United States and Iran by all parties. And we wish to see significant progress in the recovery and reconstruction of Gaza.

— Ursula von der LeyenPresident of the European Commission, commenting on the EU-Egypt partnership and regional issues.

Von der Leyen highlighted the "rapid" implementation of the EU-Egypt strategic partnership agreement signed in March 2024. She announced an additional 1.5 billion euros for Egypt's reform agenda this month, building on 8 billion euros already invested. She also discussed diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, supporting the U.S.-Iran agreement, and advocating for Gaza's reconstruction.

Egypt is a key strategic partner for the EU and a pillar of regional stability.

— António CostaPresident of the European Council, discussing his conversation with President el-Sisi.

Michel echoed these sentiments, calling Egypt a "key strategic partner" and a "pillar of regional stability." Their talks covered recent developments in Iran, Lebanon, the West Bank, and Gaza. Michel acknowledged Egypt's mediation efforts and affirmed the EU's commitment to collaborating for a "just and lasting peace," referencing Cairo's role in brokering the Gaza ceasefire.

I thanked Egypt for its mediation efforts and reaffirmed the EU's willingness to cooperate with its partners to implement the Peace Plan and support a just and lasting peace.

— António CostaPresident of the European Council, referring to Egypt's mediation role in the Gaza conflict.

President el-Sisi, in turn, praised the "convergence of positions" between Egypt and the EU on various issues. He stressed the importance of close coordination to achieve regional and international peace and resolve crises. Discussions also touched upon combating terrorism and illegal migration. El-Sisi expressed Egypt's hope that the U.S.-Iran agreement would de-escalate regional tensions.

convergence of positions

— Abdel Fattah el-SisiEgyptian President, describing the alignment between Egypt and the EU on various issues.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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