CAIRO: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has affirmed his pride in the deep-rooted relations between Egypt and Lebanon and Egypt’s interest in the safety, security and stability of Lebanon.
During his meeting with Joseph Aoun, commander of the Lebanese Army, President El-Sisi praised the primary role played by the army in maintaining stability in Lebanon, according to the official spokesperson’s Facebook page.
The national armies represent the backbone of the cohesion and stability of countries, the president pointed out.
Aoun affirmed Lebanon’s keenness to strengthen the strong historical relations between the two countries and expressed his country’s appreciation for the Egyptian effort to support Lebanon, an extension of Egypt’s pivotal role in maintaining stability in the entire Arab region.
Defense Minister Mohammed Zaki received Aoun to discuss the latest developments. The two officials discussed issues of common interest in light of current regional and international developments and ways of increasing military cooperation, according to a statement from the Egyptian Armed Forces.
Aoun also expressed his pride in the strong relations between the Egyptian and Lebanese armed forces, voicing his aspiration that the future would witness more cooperation and praising Egypt for developing its combat capabilities to maintain national security.
Aoun also met with Mohammed Farid, chief of staff of the Egyptian Armed Forces, to discuss similar issues.
