Ahmed Kamel – Egypt Daily News
Badr Abdelatty, Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Sergei Shoigu on April 2 during an official visit to Moscow, underscoring growing strategic coordination between Egypt and Russia.
According to the Egyptian Foreign Ministry, Abdelatty expressed appreciation for the expanding strategic partnership between the two countries, highlighting recent progress across multiple sectors. He reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation in a way that reflects the level of comprehensive partnership and delivers mutual benefits.
The Egyptian minister also praised the outcomes of Shoigu’s previous visit to Cairo in November 2025, as well as consultations held with Faiza Aboul Naga. He stressed the importance of maintaining momentum in joint cooperation, particularly on issues tied to national security priorities and regional stability.
Regional developments featured prominently in the discussions, with Abdelatty outlining Egypt’s ongoing diplomatic efforts to contain escalating tensions across the region. He emphasized that diplomacy remains the most effective path to prevent further conflict, referencing recent multilateral engagements, including a ministerial meeting held in Islamabad.
The talks also addressed developments in the Horn of Africa, where Egypt reiterated its support for regional and international efforts aimed at stabilizing Somalia and the wider region. Abdelatty emphasized that governance and security of the Red Sea should remain the responsibility of littoral states, underscoring their primary role in safeguarding maritime stability.
Water security was another key topic, with Egypt reaffirming that access to Nile waters remains a critical national priority. Abdelatty called for adherence to international law and cooperation among all Nile Basin countries, while rejecting unilateral measures that could undermine regional stability.
The situation in Libya was also discussed, with Egypt reiterating its longstanding support for the country’s unity and stability. Abdelatty stressed the need for unified national institutions and a comprehensive political settlement led by Libyans themselves, paving the way for simultaneous presidential and parliamentary elections at the earliest opportunity.
The meeting reflects continued alignment between Cairo and Moscow on key regional and international issues, as both sides seek to strengthen coordination amid an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape.
