Mogadishu (Kaab TV) – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has stated that Egypt is working to achieve stability and security in the Horn of Africa in order to strengthen the security of the Red Sea maritime corridor.
President al-Sisi explained that this effort is based on the importance of this waterway to both regional and global security.
He added that Egypt intends to participate in the new African Union mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) and is making strong efforts to secure the necessary funding for the operation.
During his meeting with African ministers and heads of delegations, along with representatives of the African Union Commission and regional economic communities participating in the second ministerial meeting of the Russia–Africa Partnership Forum hosted by Egypt, and attended by Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdel-Aty, President al-Sisi said:
“Despite the efforts being made by our countries, Africa’s development still faces many challenges, including weak infrastructure, insufficient funding, and numerous risks.”
President al-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with brotherly African countries such as Somalia to combat terrorism through a comprehensive approach that enhances security, development, and social dimensions.
This includes the role of Al-Azhar and the programs of the Cairo International Center for Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping, and Peacebuilding.