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In light of the Turkish courtship to restore relations with Cairo, Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry confirmed on Sunday that the negative attitudes of Turkish politicians do not reflect the relationship between the Egyptian and Turkish peoples.
Shukry clarified that if Egypt finds a change in Turkish politics, non-interference in internal affairs and the adoption of regional policies in line with Egyptian politics, then this can be a platform and a starting point for normal relations.
He also considered that “the words issued by politicians in Ankara about opening channels of dialogue with Cairo are not enough. Rather, they must be accompanied by actions.”
In addition, he stressed that the foreign policy of his country is balanced and not confrontational with any party, indicating that there are special difficulties in the face of evolution and the state of polarization in the international arena.
On the Palestinian issue, he said: “Great efforts are being made to complete the peace process with international partners and participants on the road to achieving peace insofar as it contributes to building trust and security. We are working in favor of peace”. and stability so that the region can fully enjoy the dividends of peace. “
Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry (Archives – France Press)
“The Gulf is a pillar of Egyptian national security.”
He also noted that “the relations of Egypt and the Arab brothers are witnessing great distinction in a way that achieves Egyptian and Arab national security, and the Gulf region is a pillar of Egyptian national security, and is based on bases and solid rules, based on a common history, a common future, a common culture, integration and cooperation and providing opportunities for progress and prosperity for all our peoples ”.
A binding agreement for the Renaissance dam
Regarding the Renaissance dam dossier, the Egyptian minister stressed that Cairo continues to work on a binding agreement that preserves Egypt’s water rights, noting that Ethiopia has not yet shown any real political will for the agreement.
He explained that his country expects an agreement and cooperation between the three countries involved with the dam, which would avoid tensions in relations between Egypt, Sudan and Ethiopia and achieve cooperation, development and partnership.
