Egypt, Tunisia call for regional de-escalation to protect economies

CAIRO - 20 March 2026: President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and his Tunisian counterpart Kais Saied stressed the necessity of reducing  regional tensions during a phone call, citing negative impacts on security and the economy.

In a Friday statement, presidential spokesperson Mohamed El-Shenawy said the two leaders discussed several current regional developments, agreeing that de-escalation is vital for the stability of the region.

The call also touched on bilateral relations, with both presidents emphasizing continued cooperation to achieve development and prosperity for the Egyptian and Tunisian people.