Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi held a meeting with Israel’s prime minister Naftali Bennett and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday in the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, the Egyptian presidency stated. During the meeting, the leaders shared concerns over Iran, as well the repercussions of global events, especially with regards to energy, market stability, and food security. The leaders also shared their views on the latest developments in the region. The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi referred to the critical role Egypt plays in ensuring security and stability in the region, in addition to its efforts to promote joint Arab cooperation. President Al-Sisi reiterated Egypt’s commitment to ensure “the security of the Gulf, rejecting any threats to destabilise it.” On Monday, Egypt announced a multi billion-pound package to provide relief for the most vulnerable to offset the economic hardships from the Ukraine-Russia war. The package is worth nearly EGP 20 billion (USD 1.1 billion), and includes tax breaks, wage rises and pensions, as well as broadening a state support programme for disadvantaged families, Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouly said. Ali Al-Moselhi, the…
Egypt’s Sisi, UAE, Israel Discuss Energy and Food Security in Sharm El-Sheikh
March 22, 2022
