Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty and Sudanese Finance Minister Gibril Ibrahim reaffirmed the deep-rooted historical and fraternal ties between Egypt and Sudan, rejecting any attempts to undermine relations between the two countries and their peoples. During a meeting on Friday, October 16, 2026, on the sidelines of the World Bank’s autumn meetings in Thailand, the two ministers stressed that bilateral relations are founded on mutual respect for sovereignty and borders, as well as the principles of good neighborliness, particularly between brotherly nations.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nader Zaki said the meeting also focused on ways to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation in various fields in line with the shared interests and aspirations of the Egyptian and Sudanese peoples.The talks also addressed the political process and the latest developments in Sudan, Zaki added.
Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s longstanding support for Sudan’s unity, territorial integrity and state institutions, underscoring Cairo’s commitment to continued efforts to resolve the crisis and alleviate the suffering of the Sudanese people.