On the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi met with US President Donald Trump; the leaders praised the strength of their countries’ strong bilateral relations and joint cooperation in various key fields. Bassem Rady, the Egyptian Presidential Spokesman, highlighted key topics both leaders tackled, including the US’ unwavering support for Egypt’s counterterrorism measures, finding a solution to the Palestinian conflict, and Egypt’s economic reforms. Regarding the issue of combating terrorism, President Trump praised Egypt’s efforts in maintaining security in the country, as well as its ‘promotion of values of religious tolerance and freedom of worship’. Reiterating the idea that fighting terrorism constitutes a global mission, the Egyptian President stressed the need for the international community’s engagement in curtailing terrorism namely through slashing support, in terms of monetary and the procurance of equipment, to terrorist groups. Great meeting this morning with President @AlsisiOfficial of Egypt at the Hôtel du Palais in Biarritz, France! #G7Summit pic.twitter.com/zLMcgQtPdR — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 26, 2019 Moreover, Rady stated that Egypt was continuously consulting with the US administration on ways to consolidate stability in the Middle East…
Presidents Sisi and Trump Meet at G7, Talk Counterterrorism, Palestine and Bilateral Relations
August 26, 2019
