Sisi, US congressional delegation discuss Palestinian-Israeli conflict

CAIRO – 16 April 2022: President Abdel Fattah El Sisi received Saturday a delegation from the US Congress led by Senator Richard Shelby.

The meeting discussed the developments of the Palestinian issue, where the Congress delegation praised the Egyptian efforts in support of the peace process.

While for the President, he affirmed Egypt's firm stance in this regard to reach a just and comprehensive solution that guarantees the rights of the Palestinian people according to international references, which would open up prospects for coexistence and cooperation among all the peoples of the region.

Sisi also stressed the great importance Egypt attaches to maintaining constant communication with Congressional leaders for mutual coordination and consultation on various issues of mutual concern, according to Presidential Spokesman Bassam Rady.

Egyptian hailed the robust ties between Egypt and the US, asserting Egypt's commitment to pushing these ties forward based on the principles of mutual respect and common interest, especially in light of the volatile regional situation and the mounting challenges arising from it.

Meanwhile, the delegation members said Egypt is the linchpin of peace and stability across the Middle East and Arab world, commending the effective and successful role it plays on that score under the leadership of President Sisi.

They also praised Egypt's successful efforts to combat terrorism and extremism, while promoting the noble value of free thought, applauding also the strenuous efforts under way in Egypt to achieve comprehensive development.

The meeting took up ways to bolster bilateral relations in various domains, especially at the military and economic levels, and the latest regional as well as international developments, the spokesman noted.