This meeting follows up on high-level discussions held in Cairo earlier last week during a visit by a Syrian oil delegation, which resulted in the signing of two memoranda of understanding for cooperation in the energy sector.
Badawi emphasized the deep historical ties between the two
countries and their peoples, and Egypt's commitment to supporting cooperation
with Syria in the energy field. He stressed the importance of integrated
efforts between the two sides to expedite the implementation of the memoranda
of understanding, particularly through Egyptian infrastructure to supply gas to
Syria.
For his part, Al-Bashir commended Egypt's efforts and the
swift coordination that led to the signing in Cairo last week. He affirmed his
country's appreciation for Egypt's position and its aspiration to strengthen
cooperation in the energy sector in the coming period.