CAIRO, Oct 19 (NNN-MENA) – Egyptian President, Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi and German Chancellor, Angela Merkel, discussed yesterday, a number of regional issues of mutual interest, as well as bilateral relations.

During a videoconference call, Sisi and Merkel tackled the latest developments in Libya, stressing the need to continue intensive consultations between the two countries, on this important file, the Egyptian presidency said in a statement.

They also discussed Egypt’s vital role and efforts, towards settling this crisis permanently, as well as, Germany’s valued role to coordinate international efforts on the Libyan crisis.

Both sides agreed to move forward in the political process in Libya, leading up to holding national elections in Dec, stressing the importance of the departure of all foreign forces and terrorists from Libyan territories.

Sisi and Merkel also exchanged points of view, on the Palestinian issue, the statement said, adding that, Sisi reviewed Egypt’s efforts to firm up the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and its efforts towards the reconstruction of the seaside enclave.

The call also tackled the latest developments in the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam issue, the statement said, adding that, Sisi reiterated Egypt’s position, which calls for reaching a legally-binding agreement on the filling and operation of the dam.

For her part, Merkel expressed her appreciation for the growing and fruitful cooperation with Egypt over the past years, affirming that her country values the longstanding bonds and firm relations it shares with Egypt.

Meanwhile, Sisi and Merkel discussed ways to further advance bilateral cooperation in all fields, amid increasing trade and promoting German tourism in Egypt.

The two sides lauded the progress in economic relations between both countries over the past years, stressing the importance of expanding the scope of the two countries’ economic cooperation.

Source: NAM NEWS NETWORK