Arab leaders held on Friday a number of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the Arab League summit in Jeddah.
Egyptian President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi met with his Tunisian counterpart Kais Saied. Sisi underscored the close historic relations between their countries.
He hoped that the ties would continue to develop within the framework of economic integration and strategic cooperation, said Egyptian presidency spokesman Ahmed Fahmi.
Moreover, Sisi stressed that Cairo supports all development and reform efforts in Tunisia.
For his part, Saied underlined the depth of relations between Tunis and Cairo, saying his country was keen on deepening cooperation with its neighbor on all levels given its significant regional and international role.
The officials exchanged views on several regional issues of interest, especially the situation in Sudan and Libya. They agreed to intensify coordination and consultations to help resolve crises and restore security and stability in the region.
Sisi also met with Lebanese caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati. He hoped the government would succeed in managing affairs in Lebanon during such a critical time in its history in order to meet the aspirations of the people.
He hoped Lebanon would overcome its crises and carry out necessary reforms, stressing that the country’s higher national interests must be prioritized.
Mikati praised the relations between Lebanon and Egypt.
Egypt is a cornerstone for stability for Lebanon and the region as a whole, he stressed.
Sisi was seen having a conversation with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad as the Arab leaders entered the hall where the summit was being held.
Assad met with United Arab Emirates Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed for talks on bilateral relations and ways to boost joint Arab work.
