Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty will visit Ankara on February 4 for high-level discussions with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on critical regional developments, including the Israel-Hamas truce, Syria’s reconstruction, and broader Middle East stability.
Strengthening Bilateral Relations
The two diplomats will also review Turkish-Egyptian bilateral ties, including preparations for the 2026 High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council meeting and economic collaboration. Türkiye is eager to increase trade volume with Egypt to $15 billion, with both sides emphasizing the need to encourage mutual investment.
This year marks the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two nations, and Fidan is expected to reaffirm Türkiye’s commitment to deepening ties with Egypt.
Key Regional Issues on the Agenda
The situation in Gaza will be a major focus, with Türkiye emphasizing its support for Gaza’s reconstruction and the necessity of a two-state solution to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Humanitarian aid cooperation between Türkiye and Egypt for Palestinians in Gaza will also be discussed.
Regarding Syria, Fidan will advocate for continued engagement with Syria’s new leadership post-Assad, focusing on stabilizing the country. Türkiye is also pushing for joint efforts to eliminate terrorist organizations in Syria, including PKK, YPG, and ISIL.
A Growing Strategic Partnership
The visit follows recent high-level meetings between Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, which have paved the way for stronger diplomatic and economic cooperation.
Meanwhile, Fidan also spoke with Jordan’s Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi over the phone, discussing developments in Gaza and Syria, signaling Türkiye’s active role in regional diplomacy.
