Sisi: Despite the Dispute with Ethiopia, We Have Never Directed Any Threats at It
Sisi affirms no threats directed at Ethiopia and presents Egypt's vision for development in Africa.
SUMMARY
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi confirms that Egypt does not have any issues with Ethiopia and that its sole demand is to preserve its rights to the Nile waters and reach a legal agreement regarding the dam. He also clarifies that Egypt has not directed any threats to Ethiopia and relies on dialogue to resolve disputes. Sisi presents Egypt's vision for development in Africa, which is based on five pillars including infrastructure, energy, agriculture, trade, and communications.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Egypt demands the protection of its rights to the Nile waters and reaching a legal agreement on the Ethiopian dam.
- Sisi affirms no threats have been directed at Ethiopia and emphasizes resolving disputes through dialogue.
- Egypt's vision for development in Africa is based on five strategic pillars including infrastructure, energy, agriculture, trade, and communications.
CORE SUBJECT
Egypt-Ethiopia Dispute and African Development
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi stated that Egypt does not face any issues with its brothers in Ethiopia, clarifying that Egypt's sole demand is to protect its rights to the Nile waters and to reach a legal and binding agreement regarding the Ethiopian dam.
President El-Sisi explained that Egypt's policy is firm and based on non-interference in the affairs of other countries and not destabilizing them. He added that despite the disagreement with Ethiopia, Egypt has never directed any threats towards it, believing that disputes are resolved through dialogue and political solutions.
This came during President El-Sisi's reception today, Saturday, of African ministers and heads of delegations, alongside representatives of the African Union Commission and regional blocs, participating in the second ministerial conference of the "Russia-Africa" Partnership Forum, hosted by Egypt. The meeting was attended by Dr. Badr Abdel Aati, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration, and Egyptian Expatriate Affairs.
President El-Sisi said: "Despite the efforts made by our countries, development in Africa still faces many challenges, including weak infrastructure, lack of funding, and high risks."
He continued: "From this standpoint, the Egyptian vision for development in Africa is based on the following five pillars: First: supporting the implementation of strategic corridors and logistical zones. Second: enhancing cooperation in the field of energy and electrical interconnection. Third: supporting agricultural development and achieving food security. Fourth: promoting intra-African trade. Fifth: strengthening cooperation in communications, information technology, and artificial intelligence."
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MENTIONED ENTITIES 5
Abdel Fattah El-Sisi
👤 Person_MalePresident of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Ethiopia
📍 Location_CountryCountry in East Africa
African Union Commission
🏛️ OrganizationThe executive body of the African Union
Badr Abdel Aati
👤 Person_MaleMinister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration, and Egyptian Expatriate Affairs
Russia-Africa Partnership Forum
EventMinisterial conference held in Egypt to enhance cooperation between Russia and Africa