Field Marshal Munir, Egyptian President Sisi vow coordination on matters of mutual strategic interest

Rawalpindi (Web Desk): Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir called on His Excellency Abdel Fattah el‑Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, at the Itihadia Presidential Palace in Cairo, the military’s media wing said on Saturday.

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), during the meeting, both dignitaries exchanged views on bilateral relations, reaffirming the long-standing friendship between the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and the Arab Republic of Egypt.

The army chief commended the Egyptian leadership for key role in the region’s peace and stability, while President el-Sisi expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s positive and proactive contributions to matters of importance for the World and Muslim Ummah.

Both leaders underlined the importance of coordination on matters of mutual strategic interests and strengthening people-to-people contacts.

The meeting further acknowledged the shared history of friendly ties and the mutual desire to further broaden cooperation in all domains especially socio-economic engagement, technology and security matters.

The meeting concluded on a warm note, with both parties expressing confidence that the strengthened economic and security dialogue would contribute significantly to peace, stability and security in Pakistan, Egypt, and the wider region.