Crown Prince bids farewell to Sisi in Jeddah: Strategic relations and joint coordination
His Excellency President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, departed Jeddah this evening after a visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Among those who bid him farewell at King Abdulaziz International Airport was His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, in a scene reflecting the warm reception, the esteemed status of the distinguished guest, and the deep fraternal ties that bind the two brotherly nations.
Ongoing coordination and strategic partnership
This visit comes within the framework of ongoing consultation and coordination between the Saudi and Egyptian leaderships on various issues of common interest. During the visit, President El-Sisi and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince discussed ways to strengthen and develop bilateral relations in all fields, in addition to exchanging views on the latest developments on the regional and international scenes, and unifying efforts to confront the challenges facing the region, in a way that serves the interests of both countries and their brotherly peoples and enhances regional security and stability.
Historical legacy and deep-rooted relationships
Saudi-Egyptian relations are based on a long historical legacy of brotherhood and strategic partnership, with Riyadh and Cairo serving as cornerstones of joint Arab action and Arab national security. For decades, coordination between the two countries has been a bulwark of stability in the Middle East, thanks to their unified stances in supporting Arab causes and defending the interests of the Arab nation. This relationship transcends political dimensions, encompassing deep-rooted economic, cultural, and popular ties, making it a unique and distinguished model of Arab-Arab relations.
Exceptional importance in light of current challenges
Saudi-Egyptian meetings are of exceptional importance given the rapid developments in the region and the world. Joint coordination between the two largest economies in the region contributes to strengthening Arab economic integration and attracting mutual investments, particularly in light of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 and Egypt's ambitious development plans. On the political front, the unification of the two countries' visions on sensitive issues such as the Palestinian question and the situations in Sudan, Yemen, and Libya sends a strong message to the international community and enhances their ability to influence the course of events in a way that serves the interests of the region and achieves security and stability for its people.
The continuation of these high-level meetings underscores the commitment of both countries' leadership to expanding relations and deepening partnership across various fields. The warm official farewell accorded to the Egyptian President is further confirmation that the relationship between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Arab Republic of Egypt is one of shared destiny, built on mutual trust and respect, and dedicated efforts toward a better future for the entire region.
