President El-Sisi emphasizes shared destiny with Saudi Arabia in call with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi held a phone call with Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman on Thursday, September 3, 2026, where he stressed the shared destiny of Egypt and Saudi Arabia. President El-Sisi highlighted the importance of joint efforts to address regional challenges, asserting that the security of Saudi Arabia and all Arab nations is integral to Egypt's national security. The leaders discussed bilateral relations, with President El-Sisi advocating for continued advancement and strengthening of cooperation across various sectors to serve common interests and foster development and prosperity in both countries and the wider region. He also extended congratulations to the Saudi Crown Prince on the approaching Saudi National Day, wishing for continued stability and prosperity for the Kingdom. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reciprocated the sentiments, affirming the fraternal and historic ties between Egypt and Saudi Arabia. He praised the progress in their relations and the close coordination in supporting peace and stability in the Middle East. The discussion also touched upon regional and international issues, with both leaders emphasizing the need to de-escalate current regional tensions to protect peace and stability, especially concerning their impact on energy security, supply chains, and global trade.
