Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held crucial phone talks Tuesday, pledging to deepen bilateral ties and address escalating tensions in the Middle East. The discussion, described as ‘historic’ by both sides, highlights China’s growing diplomatic role in the region.
Strengthening Ties 🤝
Wang emphasized the thriving China-Egypt partnership under the guidance of Chinese President Xi Jinping and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. “Our cooperation spans infrastructure, technology, and cultural exchanges, setting a benchmark for South-South collaboration,” he noted. Abdelatty echoed the sentiment, praising China’s support for Egypt’s development goals.
Middle East in Focus 🔥
The assassination of Hamas Politburo Chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran dominated the conversation. Wang condemned the act, calling it a ‘grave violation of international law’ that jeopardizes peace efforts in Gaza. “China will work with Arab nations to prevent further chaos,” he vowed. Abdelatty thanked China for its ‘balanced’ stance on Palestinian reconciliation and urged joint action to stabilize the region.
With Gaza’s ceasefire hopes fading, the call signals a unified front to avert a wider crisis. Will this partnership reshape Middle East diplomacy? 🌐 Stay tuned.
