Egypt’s defence minister discusses cooperation with Yemeni counterpart
According to the statement, the two ministers discussed regional and international developments in addition to issues of common interest.
Praising the historical relations between the Egyptian and Yemeni armies, Yemeni Lt. General Mohammed Ali Al-Maqdashi was appreciative of the close communication between the two countries’ political leaderships to support security and stability in the region as well as how Egypt always seeks Yemen’s stability.
Additionally, Al-Maqdashi expressed hope that the coming phase would witness more cooperation, appreciating the Egyptian Armed Forces’ efforts in all fields.
Egypt’s Chief of staff Lt. General Mohamed Farid, Yemen’s Ambassador to Cairo Abdel-Galil Ghilam, and officials from both armies were also in attendance at the meeting.
Al-Maqdashi, who is currently visiting Egypt, has met with Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi earlier on Monday.