Egypt, Qatar leaders exchange views on regional issues, agree on strengthening economic ties

CAIRO – 14 April 2025: following President Abdel Fattah El Sisi’s visit to Doha and meeting with Emir of Qatar Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Egypt and Qatar issued a joint statement on Monday detailing the topics covered during high level discussions between the two leaders.

In the statement, both sides highlighted the depth of bilateral relations and expressed a strong desire to strengthen economic cooperation, agreeing to continue joint work to enhance investment and economic exchange.

Egypt and Qatar also affirmed their commitment to supporting the economic partnership between the two countries. As they agreed to work toward a package of direct Qatari investments totaling $7.5 billion, to be implemented over the next phase.

The two sides also emphasized their firm stance toward the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people and their right to establish an independent state on the June 4, 1967, lines, with East Jerusalem as its capital, in accordance with peace initiatives and relevant international resolutions.

They affirmed their support for efforts to achieve Palestinian national reconciliation and the need to unify Palestinian ranks, ensuring the activation of Palestinian state institutions and the fulfillment of the aspirations of the brotherly Palestinian people.

The two leaders also reiterated their full support for the Gaza reconstruction plan and expressed their aspiration for an international conference, hosted by Egypt, in cooperation with regional and international partners.

The two sides expressed their grave concern over the continued escalation in the Gaza Strip and emphasized the importance of continuing joint efforts to achieve an immediate and sustainable ceasefire and ensure the delivery of urgent humanitarian aid to civilians.

Regarding the ongoing conflict in Sudan, Egypt and Qatar emphasized the importance of an immediate cessation of military operations and a return to the comprehensive national dialogue process, in a manner that preserves Sudan's unity and sovereignty.

Moreover, the two sides welcomed the continuation of indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran and affirmed their support for any peaceful efforts aimed at reducing tension in the region and enhancing security and stability.