Abdelatty conveyed
President El-Sisi’s greetings and appreciation, praising the longstanding and
growing ties between the two countries, both bilaterally and within the
framework of joint African cooperation. He noted that the visit coincides with
the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, affirming
Egypt’s pride in the depth of its relationship with Senegal.
The Minister emphasized that Egypt considers Senegal a
strategic partner in West Africa, highlighting the convergence of views on
regional and international issues, and the ongoing coordination in multilateral
forums to defend African interests and promote continental unity. He also
commended Senegal’s balanced regional policies and constructive role in West
Africa.
Abdelatty added that
he was accompanied by a high-level delegation of 30 Egyptian business leaders,
reflecting the political will to elevate economic relations. The delegation
included representatives of major Egyptian companies and national entities
operating in agriculture, industry, construction, energy, pharmaceuticals,
textiles, and information technology.
He affirmed Egyptian companies’ interest in expanding their
presence in the Senegalese market, expressing readiness to provide technical
support, transfer expertise, and help localize complementary industries, enhancing
Senegal’s ability to make optimal use of its natural and human resources. He
also reiterated Egypt’s full support for President Faye’s ambitious development
plans aimed at boosting the national economy and achieving sustainable
development.
The two sides also discussed developments in the Sahel and
West Africa. Abdelatty stressed the
importance of a comprehensive approach to combating terrorism and organized
crime, combining security measures with efforts to counter extremist ideologies
and promote development as a foundation for stability.
President Faye, in turn, asked that his greetings and
appreciation be conveyed to President El-Sisi. He expressed pride in the strong
relations between the two countries and commended Egypt’s leading role in
supporting African issues. He also affirmed Senegal’s commitment to continued
coordination with Egypt at both bilateral and continental levels, and to
intensifying cooperation in international forums to serve mutual interests and
promote African unity.