By Sama Marwan,
Counselor Abdel Wahab Abdel Razek, Speaker of the Egyptian Senate, led a high-profile parliamentary delegation to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) upon an invitation from Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the UAE’s Federal National Council. The discussions focused on enhancing parliamentary cooperation, sharing legislative expertise, and bolstering bilateral relations across multiple domains.
Key Highlights of the Visit:
- Acknowledgment of Strong Bilateral Relations:
Abdel Razek commended the UAE’s pivotal role in fostering regional stability, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts in legislation and parliamentary development to benefit both nations’ populations. - Mutual Recognition of Leadership Roles:
Saqr Ghobash lauded Egypt’s strategic leadership in the region, underlining the significance of parliamentary collaboration in promoting Arab unity and shared governance goals. - Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU):
An MoU was signed between the Egyptian Senate and the UAE Federal National Council to formalize efforts in exchanging parliamentary practices and creating frameworks for legislative advancements. - Attendance of Distinguished Officials:
The event was marked by the participation of Egyptian Deputy Secretary-General Amr Yousry and Egypt’s Ambassador to the UAE, Sherif Issa, alongside other notable figures from both sides. - Vision for Future Cooperation:
Both parties expressed a commitment to fostering deeper integration and working together on shared objectives to advance Arab cooperation in parliamentary and legislative fields.
This visit underlines the depth of Egypt-UAE relations, setting the stage for new levels of coordination to achieve common goals, support development, and ensure stability in the region. The partnership also reinforces the collaborative role of legislative bodies in addressing challenges and capitalizing on shared opportunities in the Arab world.
