Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aty held a phone conversation with his Moroccan counterpart, Nasser Bourita, on Wednesday to discuss the evolving situation in Libya, alongside other regional and international issues.
The official spokesperson for the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Abu Zeid, stated that the two ministers engaged in discussions on the state of bilateral relations and various pressing matters on the regional and global stages.
A key focus of their conversation was the current developments in Libya, where both ministers reaffirmed the importance of coordinated efforts between Egypt and Morocco to resolve the ongoing crisis in the country.
Abu Zeid emphasized that Minister Abdel Aty underscored the necessity of continuing close coordination between Egypt and Morocco on numerous African and Arab issues, stressing the significance of ongoing consultations and exchange of views in international forums.
This coordination is particularly crucial given the alignment of both countries’ positions on a range of issues of mutual interest.
Libya has been embroiled in conflict since the fall of Muammar Gaddafi in 2011, leading to a power struggle between rival governments and militias vying for control of the country.
The ongoing conflict has drawn in regional and international powers, with Egypt and Morocco playing significant roles in diplomatic efforts to stabilize the country.
Egypt, sharing a border with Libya, has been heavily involved in supporting the Libyan National Army led by Khalifa Haftar, while Morocco has hosted peace talks and supported UN-led initiatives for a political solution.
The conversation between Abdel Aty and Bourita highlights the continued regional diplomatic efforts to bring an end to the crisis and ensure stability in Libya.
