Egypt – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi made a phone call with his Djiboutian counterpart, Ismail Omar Guelleh, during which the two presidents affirmed their pride in the historical relations and fraternal ties between the two countries.
The Egyptian and Djiboutian presidents stressed, according to a statement by the Egyptian presidency yesterday, Wednesday, their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, continuing to advance joint cooperation and intensifying its pace in various files, especially in the economic sector, and in the areas of investment and trade exchange.
The two presidents stressed the continuation of consultation and coordination on regional issues of common interest.
The spokesman for the Presidency of the Republic explained that the call discussed, in that context, developments in a number of issues on the African continent, where the two presidents affirmed continuing to work together to enhance cooperation between the countries of the region, and to consolidate stability and respect for the sovereignty of states, within the framework of efforts aimed at meeting the aspirations of the peoples of the region towards development and prosperity.
According to the statement, the situation in the Red Sea region and ways to ensure the stability and safety of maritime navigation were also discussed.
The two presidents also discussed developing cooperation between the countries of the continent and within the framework of the African Union, in a way that responds to the development priorities of African countries and achieves the interests of their peoples.
Djibouti is located in the Horn of Africa region, which has witnessed recent Egyptian movements. Earlier this month, Sisi visited the Eritrean capital, Asmara, and met with the Eritrean president, Isaias Afwerki, and the Somali president, Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud. He held two bilateral summits with neighboring Djibouti, and another tripartite summit that brought together the presidents of the three countries, Egypt, Somalia, and Eritrea.
The tripartite statement stressed confronting external interference, supporting Somalia, and cooperation between the coastal countries of the Red Sea and the Bab al-Mandab Strait.
Source: RT
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**Interview with Dr. Amina Hassan, Middle Eastern Relations Analyst**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Dr. Hassan. Recently, we heard about a phone call between Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Djiboutian President Ismail Omar Guelleh. What were the key takeaways from this conversation?
**Dr. Hassan:** Thank you for having me. The phone call was significant as it reaffirmed the strong historical ties and fraternal relations between Egypt and Djibouti. Both leaders emphasized their commitment to enhancing bilateral relations, which is particularly important in the context of regional cooperation and stability.
**Interviewer:** The statement mentioned a focus on economic cooperation. Can you elaborate on the types of economic initiatives that might emerge from this dialogue?
**Dr. Hassan:** Absolutely. Both countries are looking to increase investment and trade exchange, which could involve fostering partnerships in sectors such as infrastructure development, maritime logistics, and agriculture. Given Djibouti’s strategic location by the Red Sea, it serves as a crucial gateway for trade in the region. Egypt’s interest in enhancing its economic presence there could lead to various joint ventures and investment opportunities.
**Interviewer:** How significant is this relationship for each country, especially in a broader geopolitical context?
**Dr. Hassan:** The relationship is quite significant for both nations. For Egypt, strengthening ties with Djibouti helps secure its influence in East Africa, which is critical for ensuring regional security, particularly in issues like countering terrorism. For Djibouti, aligning closely with Egypt can provide economic advantages and enhance its role as a regional hub, potentially attracting more foreign investments.
**Interviewer:** Looking ahead, what can we expect next in terms of developments between Egypt and Djibouti?
**Dr. Hassan:** We can anticipate further high-level visits and perhaps the signing of agreements that detail specific areas of cooperation. The focus will likely remain on economic initiatives, but we might also see additional collaboration on security and regional stability efforts. It’s a relationship to watch, as both nations seek to leverage their strengths for mutual benefit.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for your insights, Dr. Hassan.
**Dr. Hassan:** My pleasure, thank you for the opportunity to discuss this important relationship.
