Egypt and Kuwait have expressed, in a joint statement, their strong opposition to foreign interventions in Sudan. The declaration followed a state visit by the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, to Egypt, marking his first official visit since assuming the role.
The visit, hosted by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, included extensive discussions on enhancing bilateral relations and mutual support in various international forums.
During the meetings, President el-Sisi and Amir Al-Sabah held detailed discussions on the bilateral relations between Egypt and Kuwait, praising the depth and strength of their ties across all levels.
The leaders also reviewed cooperation in investment, trade, energy, infrastructure, healthcare, education, culture, and tourism sectors. They noted significant progress in these areas, particularly emphasizing the steady growth in economic and trade relations between the two nations.
The discussions also highlighted the comprehensive developmental renaissance occurring in Egypt and ongoing efforts to attract investments and improve the investment climate.
President el-Sisi appreciated the care provided to the Egyptian community in Kuwait, and both sides reiterated their commitment to enhancing their trade and investment relationships in the coming period.
On regional and international issues, the leaders stressed the importance of promoting a culture of peace and diplomatic settlement of disputes to achieve development and peaceful coexistence in the Middle East. They emphasized respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states and the non-interference in internal affairs.
Significantly, both leaders agreed on the necessity for an immediate and sustainable ceasefire in Gaza and stressed the dire humanitarian consequences of continued military operations, including any potential expansion to the city of Rafah.
They condemned Israeli practices that could widen the conflict and threaten regional and international peace and security.
The statement also underlined the importance of the international community’s role in resolving the Palestinian issue through a two-state solution, according to international resolutions, and vehemently rejected all attempts to undermine the Palestinian cause.
Moreover, the two leaders emphasized the importance of respecting Libya’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity, and rejected all forms of foreign intervention in Libyan affairs. They applauded the Libyan legislative authority’s efforts in passing electoral laws as part of preparations for holding presidential and parliamentary elections.
Lastly, the leaders insisted on the necessity of an immediate and lasting ceasefire in Sudan, rejecting foreign military support for any parties and stressing that any genuine political solution should be purely Sudanese, free from external dictates or pressures.
They called for decisions that would resolve the crisis based on Sudan’s unity and sovereignty and prevent the collapse of its national institutions, in consultation with effective regional and international bodies, including the Jeddah platform and Sudan’s neighboring countries’ mechanism.
