Arab workers praise Egypt's efforts to achieve unity

SHARM EL SHEIKH, Egypt - 20 October 2017: Representatives of Arab workers participating in the Arab Federation of Petroleum, Mines and Chemical Workers conference have voiced support for the efforts exerted by President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi in combating terrorism.

They also lauded Sisi's efforts to hammer out reconciliation among the Palestinian factions, unite the Syrians and Iraqi people and work on ending division in Libya and Yemen.

These remarks were made at the closing session of the three-day conference which was held in Sharm el Sheikh.

The representatives also commended the role played by the Armed Forces and police in eradicating terrorism.

Separately, participants in the conference welcomed the US decision to lift economic sanctions imposed on Sudan, saying the move will lead to Khartoum's development and growth.