Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan exchanged views on the Libyan crisis during Sisi’s visit to Ankara on Wednesday. During a press conference, Sisi stated that he agreed with Erdogan on the consultation between the institutions of the two countries to achieve security and political stability in Libya.
They emphasized the importance of turning the page on Libya’s prolonged crisis through the simultaneous holding of presidential and legislative elections, and the withdrawal of illegitimate foreign forces and mercenaries from the country.
The presidents also stressed the importance of ending the phenomenon of armed militias to allow Libya to overcome divisions and achieve security and stability.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi arrived in Ankara on Wednesday on an official visit to Turkey, marking the first of its kind in over 12 years.
Recent developments in relations between Egypt and Turkey have shown significant progress toward normalization after years of tension. The relationship, which deteriorated following the 2013 ousting of Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood-led government, has seen a series of diplomatic moves aimed at mending ties.
In July 2023, both countries announced the full normalization of relations, reinstating ambassadors in their respective capitals, marking a pivotal moment in their diplomatic history. This gesture was part of broader efforts to improve cooperation across political, economic, and other fields. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan emphasized the importance of the relationship between the two regional powers and the necessity of moving beyond past differences .
The discussions and exchanges between the two countries have been ongoing, with various meetings held to further diplomatic and economic engagements. These meetings have often discussed regional stability and cooperation, underscoring the mutual benefits of restored relations
