Egyptian Foreign Minister Engages with Russian and Brazilian Counterparts at BRICS Summit

During the BRICS summit in Kazan, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira. Discussions revolved around bilateral cooperation, escalating tensions in the Middle East, trade enhancement, and humanitarian initiatives, underscoring a collective commitment to stability and prosperity within the region.

On Wednesday, during the BRICS summit held in Kazan, Russia, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty engaged in discussions with his counterparts from Russia and Brazil. In his meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Minister Abdelatty addressed various aspects of bilateral collaboration, particularly focusing on joint development initiatives and escalating tensions in the Middle East. Minister Abdelatty articulated Egypt’s standing on the precarious situation in Gaza and Lebanon, stating, “We exchanged views on the latest developments in Gaza and Lebanon, emphasising the deteriorating regional situation and the risk of the region sliding into a regional war that could destabilise the entire area.” He signified Egypt’s commitment to facilitating an immediate and lasting ceasefire, ensuring the release of hostages, and enabling humanitarian assistance. Furthermore, both ministers reaffirmed the urgent requirement to conclude the ongoing conflicts in these regions and highlighted the significance of a political resolution fostering stability through the establishment of a Palestinian state as a comprehensive solution to the regional strife. Additionally, Minister Abdelatty and Minister Lavrov deliberated on avenues to bolster economic synergies and trade relations amidst their BRICS affiliation. In a separate engagement with Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira, Minister Abdelatty sought to explore avenues for amplifying trade and investment. They reviewed mechanisms provided by the BRICS framework and advocated for the shift towards utilizing national currencies for commercial transactions. “The ministers emphasised the importance of leveraging the expertise and resources available to both sides to expand access to regional and international markets, particularly in Africa,” the Foreign Ministry of Egypt noted, underscoring Egypt’s competitive advantage following the African Continental Free Trade Agreement’s enactment. Moreover, the two ministers discussed the turbulent dynamics within the Middle East, concurring on the dire potential for broader conflict triggered by Israeli actions, reiterating the urgent need for a ceasefire and humanitarian relief. They also addressed the forthcoming steps for implementing the Friends of Peace initiative that Egypt joined, which was launched during a ministerial meeting held by China and Brazil concerning the Ukrainian crisis in September at the UN General Assembly.

The ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, particularly in Gaza and Lebanon, have created urgent concerns regarding regional stability. Egyptian diplomacy has focused on advocating for ceasefires and humanitarian aid while promoting discussions around a political solution that includes the establishment of a Palestinian state as integral to lasting peace. Additionally, BRICS, an emerging alliance composed of major developing economies, serves as a platform for member countries to enhance bilateral trade, economic cooperation, and mutual assistance in addressing global challenges.

In conclusion, the meetings held by Minister Badr Abdelatty with his Russian and Brazilian counterparts reflect Egypt’s proactive stance on regional issues as well as its commitment to strengthening economic ties within the BRICS framework. The dialogues not only addressed urgent geopolitical concerns but also laid the groundwork for enhanced trade and investment cooperation between the nations involved.

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