Consolidating ties: UAE’s Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed to visit Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in Egypt

On 4 October 2024, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, undertook a highly important working visit to Egypt. He was warmly received upon his arrival from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi at Cairo International Airport. The visit will occur at a decisive moment for both countries, which want to deepen their longstanding relationship and advance together on matters concerning the region.

The new agenda of topics for the top-level meeting should comprise the continuation of bilateral cooperation in all fields, such as mutual coordination on economic and security matters and holding cultural events. Both will make attempts to raise new opportunities for the benefit of populations, while not losing the strategic partnership. In the negotiations, both sides will discuss common urgencies related to regional stability, including increased tensions in the Middle East. The UAE and Egypt will be able to join hands to tackle crucial challenges along with striving for peace and security in the region in order to build a united front.

At the head of that delegation is a slate of honourable people in governmental and strategic roles, which underlines the importance of this visit. The results of talks will further strengthen the partnership between the UAE and Egypt, which reflects both countries' commitment to collaborative efforts in promoting stability and prosperity within the region. With the UAE and Egypt entering this critical dialogue, they reiterate their commitment to mutual growth and strategic cooperation.