CAIRO, July 20 (MENA) – President Abdel Fattah El Sisi on Sunday reiterated Egypt’s commitment to supporting the Arab League, in light of the pan-Arab body’s pivotal role in promoting joint Arab action and closing Arab ranks to overcome region’s complex and unprecedented challenges.

This came during president Sisi’s meeting with Secretary General of the Arab League of Arab Ahmed Abul Gheit.

The meeting addressed the latest developments pertinent to Arab crises and issues, mainly the situation in Gaza Strip and the West Bank, as well as the massive efforts being made by Egypt and Qatar to reach a ceasefire and ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza, according to Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed el Shennawi.

The meeting tackled prospects of pursuing a just and comprehensive resolution to the Palestinian cause through the establishment of an independent Palestinian state, in accordance with international legitimacy, the protection of the rights of the Palestinian people and the prevention of their displacement.

The meeting also touched on the latest developments in Syria and Libya, in addition to the situation in Sudan and the ongoing efforts to restore security and stability there.

The meeting tackled the political and security situations in the Horn of Africa and the security of the Red Sea.

For his part, Abul Gheit commended Egypt’s wise stances, which contribute to restoring security and stability in the Middle East, especially through its support for a just and final solution to the Palestinian issue, as the only path to achieving lasting and comprehensive peace in the region. (MENA)

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