Cairo: Egypt and Australia called on Sunday to follow the Arab and Islamic nations' plan for the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip. The two countries also urged the establishment of an independent Palestinian state within the framework of the international community to ensure peace and security in the Middle East.
According to Kuwait News Agency, this call to action was announced during a meeting between President Abdulfattah Al-Sisi and visiting Australian Governor-General Samantha Mostyn. Ambassador Mohammad Al-Shennawy, the Egyptian Presidency spokesman, highlighted that the discussions covered several issues of regional and international importance. These included Egypt's ongoing efforts to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, ensure the release of hostages, and facilitate the flow of humanitarian aid back into the war-torn region.
Governor-General Mostyn expressed Australia's full support for Egypt's efforts in this regard. Additionally, the talks between Al-Sisi and Mostyn explored ways to enhance cooperation across various fields.