Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi praised on Wednesday the steps taken by the Lebanese government in recent months to restore the proper functioning of state institutions, and assert its authority across Lebanese territory.
During a meeting in Cairo with Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, Sisi reiterated Egypt’s full support for Lebanon’s efforts to regain stability, pursue economic recovery and advance reconstruction.
The president emphasized the need for Lebanon to continue working to safeguard its internal stability, territorial integrity and national unity.
Presidential spokesperson Ambassador Mohamed El-Shenawy noted that Egypt maintained intensive contacts with international and regional actors to ensure Lebanon’s stability. He underlined Cairo’s consistent calls for Israel’s complete withdrawal from southern Lebanon and for greater international support for Lebanese state institutions, particularly the army, to enable it to fulfill its national duties.
For his part, Prime Minister Salam expressed deep gratitude to President Sisi for Egypt’s steadfast support, describing it as a reflection of the historic ties binding the two nations and peoples.
Salam outlined his government’s priorities for the coming phase, including strengthening cooperation and integration with Arab countries, especially Egypt. He also highlighted ongoing preparations for the 10th session of the Egyptian-Lebanese Higher Joint Committee, to be held in Cairo later this year.
The talks also covered the latest developments in several regional issues.
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