US, Egypt conclude first 'strategic dialogue' under Biden
In a joint statement, the two countries pledged to continue their dialogue on the US-Egypt strategic partnership, regional cooperation and human rights.
Egypt and the United States wrapped up their two-day “strategic dialogue” in Washington on Tuesday, pledging to continue talks over human rights, Egypt’s water security and resolving regional conflicts.
The talks led by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and his Egyptian counterpart, Sameh Shoukry, are the first under the Biden administration.
“The United States and Egypt reaffirmed their steadfast commitment to the national security of both countries and to the stability of the Middle East,” read a joint statement on Wednesday.
“The United States expressed its appreciation for Egypt’s leadership in mediating solutions to regional conflicts, notably in promoting peace and ending violence in Gaza,” the statement said.
