PM affirms Egypt's support for President Trump's plan to establish an era of peace

CAIRO – 19 February 2026: On behalf of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Egypt’s Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly delivered Egypt's address at the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace on Thursday.

In his remarks, Madbouly expressed his gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump for convening the Council’s first meeting. He emphasized that without the U.S. President's direct involvement and commitment to regional stability, the cessation of the war in Gaza—a goal previously considered unattainable—would not have been possible.

 

The Prime Minister affirmed Egypt's full support for President Trump's plan to establish a new era of peace and coexistence. He underscored that this vision must ensure the Palestinian people enjoy their right to self-determination and the establishment of a sovereign state in accordance with international law. Furthermore, he emphasized Egypt's appreciation for President Trump's stance against the annexation of the West Bank.

Madbouly highlighted the critical importance of maintaining a connection between the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, enabling the Palestinian Authority to resume its governance responsibilities. He expressed Egypt's formal support for the Board of Peace’s mandate as the supreme body managing the transitional period in Gaza.

During his address, the Prime Minister stressed the necessity of empowering Palestinians to manage their own affairs through the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza. He noted that this committee must be granted the capacity to operate effectively from within the Gaza Strip and across all its territories.

Madbouly also emphasized the importance of defining specific tasks for the Gaza Executive Council to support the National Committee's work. He reaffirmed Egypt's ongoing commitment to training Palestinian police officers to maintain internal security and order within the Gaza Strip.

Additionally, the Prime Minister noted that Egypt values President Trump's clear stance against the displacement of the Palestinian people, as reflected in his 20-point plan. He stressed that supporting the Palestinian people’s continued presence on their land requires the immediate initiation of early recovery and reconstruction efforts throughout the Gaza Strip to ensure its territorial integrity.

In closing, the Prime Minister stated: "Let our meeting today serve as the starting point for achieving our shared goals for lasting peace."