Egyptian Intelligence Chief Hassan Rashad conveyed a message from President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi during his meeting with Prime Minister Ali Zaydi on Thursday, the first day of his visit to Iraq. In the message, Sisi invited Zaydi to Cairo.
In a statement by the Iraqi Prime Minister’s Office, Sisi highlighted the importance and depth of the strategic relationship between Egypt and Iraq. The invitation to Cairo was extended to advance cooperation between the two countries, protect their common interests, and contribute to regional and international peace and stability.
Emphasis on coordination over shared issues
Rashad and Zaydi discussed issues and matters of common interest to the two countries. The sides emphasized the importance of coordinating their positions and exchanging information and expertise to strengthen mutual interests and the common benefit of the peoples of both countries.
Hassan Rashad’s visit took place amid political activity aimed at preventing an escalation of tensions between Washington and Tehran and reestablishing dialogue between the two sides.