A busy weekend for Egyptian diplomacy: President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty discussed bilateral cooperation with African and global leaders, amid political shifts and regional instability.

#1- Egypt, US reaffirm commitment to Middle East stability: El Sisi congratulated US President Donald Trump on his re-election in a phone call on Wednesday, according to an Ittihadiya statement. The two leaders discussed Egypt-US bilateral ties and emphasized collaboration on regional stability, peace, and development. Trump reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to its relationship with Egypt and its dedication to maintaining peace and security across the Middle East.

#2- Egypt, Estonia explore new avenues for cooperation: El Sisi welcomed Estonianpresident Alar Karis on his first visit to Egypt to discuss Egypt-Estonia collaboration and regional issues. Karis expressed Estonia’s interest in expanding investments and proposed a delegation visit to explore opportunities in the energy, mining, education, and food industry sectors.

Regional stability topped the agenda: El Sisi stressed the need for an immediate ceasefire and establishing a Palestinian state, with Karis advocating for humanitarian aid to Gaza and support for UN efforts with Palestinian refugees. The meeting also covered the importance of resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

#3- Sudan’s new foreign minister visits Egypt: Sudan’s newly elected Foreign Minister Ali Youssef Ahmed Al Sharif met with Abdelatty, according to a Foreign Ministry statement. The two discussed Egyptian support for Sudan’s stability with Abdelatty reaffirming Egypt’s commitment to provide political and humanitarian aid — noting presidential directives to support Sudanese migrants and strengthen bilateral relations. Both countries also addressed water security, noting protection of downstream countries amidst tensions stemming from Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

#4- Strengthening ties with Cameroon: Abdelatty signed two MoUs with Cameroonian Foreign Minister Lejeune Mbella Mbella during his visit to Egypt, according to a statement from the Foreign Affairs Ministry. The first covers collaboration between Egypt’s Institute of Diplomatic Studies and Cameroon’s International Relations Institute, while the second is between Cairo International Centre for Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping and Peacebuilding and Cameroon's National Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration Committee. Additional discussions included trade exchanges in pharmaceuticals and healthcare, collaboration in dam construction, and education — with Egypt’s top Islamic institution, Al Azhar, potentially providing scholarships for Cameroonian students.

#5- Supporting development in Congo: Egypt is looking to support Congo’s four-year national development plan by sharing expertise on agriculture, tourism, and developing special economic zones, Abdelatty said in a phone call with his Congolese counterpart Jean-Claude Gakosso. During the call, the countries agreed on ways to strengthen bilateral relations and provide mutual support on regional and international issues.

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