Egypt, Japan discuss Iran, Gaza and water security in strategic talks

CAIRO – 4 June 2026: Egypt and Japan discussed developments in Iran, Gaza and Sudan, as well as broader regional security issues, during the third round of their strategic dialogue on Thursday, Egypt’s foreign ministry said.

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met his Japanese counterpart Toshimitsu Motegi as part of the latest session of the Egyptian-Japanese strategic dialogue aimed at exchanging views on regional and international issues of mutual concern.

Abdelatty outlined Egypt’s foreign policy priorities and its efforts to support regional security and stability through political and diplomatic solutions.

The talks included discussions on US-Iran negotiations and regional tensions, with Abdelatty stressing the importance of de-escalation and avoiding further escalation in order to preserve regional stability.

On the Gaza conflict, Abdelatty underlined the need to ensure sustained humanitarian access, support early recovery and reconstruction efforts, and enable the work of Egypt’s national committee for Gaza.

He also reiterated Egypt’s rejection of ongoing Israeli violations in the West Bank and measures that undermine prospects for stability.

On Sudan, Abdelatty outlined Egypt’s efforts to support a political settlement and preserve Sudan’s unity and national institutions.

He stressed the importance of securing a comprehensive ceasefire and facilitating the delivery of humanitarian aid, and rejected any steps that could undermine Sudan’s unity or lead to the creation of parallel entities.

The dialogue further addressed developments in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, where Egypt reaffirmed its support for Somalia’s unity and territorial integrity, while rejecting any measures that could undermine its sovereignty.

On water security, Abdelatty stressed the importance of cooperation and integration and rejected unilateral measures in transboundary rivers, including the Nile, calling for mutual benefit and shared interests in line with international law.