President Sisi Reaffirms Egypt’s Support for Bahrain and Gulf Security in Message to H.M. King Hamad

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Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty delivered a written message from President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to Bahrain’s H.M. King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa on Saturday, reaffirming Cairo’s commitment to closer bilateral cooperation and continued coordination on regional issues. The meeting took place in Manama as Abdelatty visited Bahrain to participate in the 22nd IISS Manama Dialogue.

Bahrain’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa and National Security Adviser Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa attended the meeting. The talks covered relations between Egypt and Bahrain, regional tensions and the importance of safeguarding the security and stability of Gulf states.

In his message, President el-Sisi conveyed Egypt’s interest in strengthening cooperation with Bahrain and maintaining communication on issues of mutual concern. Abdelatty also emphasized Cairo’s appreciation for H.M. King Hamad’s role in supporting and developing ties between the two countries.

H.M. King Hamad asked the foreign minister to convey his greetings to President el-Sisi. He praised the longstanding relationship between Bahrain and Egypt and expressed his desire to advance it in ways that serve the interests of both countries. The meeting, according to Egyptian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Nader Zaki, reflected the close and longstanding ties between the two nations, as well as their shared commitment to expanding cooperation.

The discussions came amid heightened regional tensions. Abdelatty briefed the Bahraini king on Egypt’s diplomatic efforts to contain escalation and address developments threatening regional security and stability. He warned against the spread of tensions, saying a widening conflict could further deteriorate the security situation across the region.

Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s full solidarity with Bahrain and its support for the kingdom’s security and stability. He also expressed Cairo’s categorical rejection of attacks that could undermine Bahrain’s sovereignty or territorial integrity. The minister stressed that the security of the Gulf states is an integral part of Egypt’s national security.

The statements underline Egypt’s effort to present Gulf security as closely connected to its own strategic interests. Cairo has repeatedly called for diplomatic engagement to prevent regional disputes from escalating, while emphasizing its support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Arab states.

The meeting also reinforced the importance both governments attach to regular political coordination. The written message from el-Sisi and King Hamad’s response offered an opportunity to reaffirm the relationship at a time when regional developments are placing pressure on diplomatic channels. Both sides signaled that they intend to continue working together and broaden cooperation across areas of shared interest.

Abdelatty’s participation in the Manama Dialogue provided a wider setting for the discussions. The annual forum brings together officials and policy figures to address security and political challenges. His visit placed the bilateral meeting within a broader regional conversation about stability, conflict prevention and cooperation among Arab states.

While the Egyptian and Bahraini statements emphasized friendship and coordination, the minister’s warning about the risk of widening tensions was a central element of the meeting. His message was that efforts to contain current developments should continue before they lead to a broader deterioration in regional security.

The visit concluded with both sides reiterating their commitment to close relations. H.M. King Hamad’s greetings to President el-Sisi and his expressed interest in further developing ties reflected the mutual emphasis on sustaining high-level dialogue. For Cairo, Abdelatty’s message underscored both the importance of the Egypt-Bahrain partnership and its stated position that Gulf security is inseparable from Egypt’s national security.

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