Egypt, U.S. discuss strategic partnership and regional crises in Antalya

CAIRO - 18 APRIL 2026: Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met Massad Boulos, senior adviser to the U.S. president for Arab and African affairs, on Saturday on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum, as both sides reviewed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and address regional challenges.

The talks focused on enhancing the strategic partnership between Egypt and the United States, with both sides stressing the importance of maintaining close coordination and consultation on issues of mutual interest to support stability in the Middle East and Africa.

The meeting also included an exchange of views on several key regional developments, particularly the situations in Sudan, Lebanon, Libya, and the Horn of Africa.

The discussions reflect ongoing diplomatic engagement between Cairo and Washington at a time of heightened regional tensions, with both sides seeking to align efforts on conflict management and stability.