President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi expressed thanks to Belgium's King Philippe for the gracious reception during his visit to Brussels. He praised the strong bilateral relations between the two nations and highlighted the inaugural Egypt-EU summit. Sisi voiced optimism about implementing the signed agreements and Egypt hosting the second summit in 2026.
In a statement posted on his official social media pages on Thursday, President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi expressed his deep gratitude to King Philippe of Belgium for the gracious reception in Brussels on October 23. Sisi said: “I extend my heartfelt thanks to His Majesty King Philippe of Belgium for the gracious reception today in Brussels and for the strong and distinguished bilateral relations that bind our two nations.”
He also conveyed his appreciation to Mr. António Costa, President of the European Council, and Ms. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, for hosting the inaugural summit between Egypt and the European Union within the framework of their strategic partnership. Sisi added: “I also express my sincere appreciation to Mr. António Costa, President of the European Council, and Ms. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, for hosting the inaugural summit between Egypt and the European Union within the framework of our strategic partnership.”
Sisi described the discussions with the European Union as rich and constructive, reaffirming the depth of relations that have reached an unprecedented level of alignment. He noted: “The discussions with the European Union were rich and constructive, reaffirming the depth of our relations, which have reached an unprecedented level of alignment. I look forward to the implementation of the agreements and outcomes we have achieved and to the second summit, which Egypt will host in 2026.”
This statement comes amid efforts to strengthen the strategic partnership between Egypt and the European Union, with the Brussels summit addressing shared issues to enhance bilateral cooperation.