Pakistan and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation across political, economic, defence, health, pharmaceutical, and multilateral sectors. This resolve was expressed during a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty in Cairo on the sidelines of the R-4 Meeting.
Bilateral Mechanisms to Be Reinvigorated
The two leaders agreed to reinvigorate existing bilateral mechanisms to further enhance collaboration. They reviewed the entire spectrum of bilateral relations and expressed satisfaction at the positive momentum in Pakistan-Egypt ties. The meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment to deepen their close and brotherly relations.
Regional and International Developments Discussed
Dar and Abdelatty exchanged views on regional and international developments, particularly the situation in the Middle East. They welcomed the recently reached peace agreement and expressed hope that its effective implementation would contribute to lasting peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.
According to Radio Pakistan, the two ministers discussed ways to expand cooperation in defence, health, and pharmaceutical sectors, among others. The meeting highlighted the importance of multilateral engagement to address common challenges.
Commitment to Lasting Peace
Both sides emphasized the need for sustained dialogue and collaboration to ensure regional stability. The peace agreement in the Middle East was seen as a positive step, and they underscored the importance of its full implementation.
The meeting in Cairo marks a significant step in Pakistan-Egypt relations, with both countries expressing optimism about future cooperation. The discussions are expected to lead to concrete actions in the coming months.
