President El-Sisi Appreciates Indonesia’s Warm Welcome, Urges Concrete Cooperation

President of the Arab Republic of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership between Egypt and Indonesia through concrete cooperation across various sectors.

President El-Sisi made the statement during his opening remarks at a bilateral meeting with President Prabowo Subianto at the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, Sunday (10/11).

In his remarks, President El-Sisi expressed his appreciation for President Prabowo’s invitation and the warm welcome he received upon arriving in Indonesia.

On that occasion, he specifically highlighted the hospitality of the Indonesian people who greeted him along the route to the Merdeka Palace.

“Indeed, from the moment I arrived, and even as I made my way to this meeting, the friendly and warm welcome extended by the Indonesian people, both men and women, has filled me with immense appreciation, admiration, pride, and gratitude,” President El-Sisi said.

President El-Sisi also expressed pride in the longstanding historical ties between Egypt and Indonesia. He emphasized that the strategic partnership between the two countries should be translated into tangible projects that deliver direct benefits to their people.

“We hope to translate the strategic partnership between our two countries into concrete projects and cooperation across various fields,” he stated.

He added that the mutual understanding and trust between himself and President Prabowo serve as important assets in strengthening bilateral relations. Previous meetings in 2024 and 2025, as well as interactions at various international forums, have further reinforced both countries’ commitment to expanding cooperation.

President El-Sisi also expressed Egypt’s readiness to engage constructively on the various issues discussed with Indonesia. He noted that the strong relationship between the two countries carries strategic significance and must be followed up through effective cooperation mechanisms.

In closing, President El-Sisi reiterated the importance of translating the historical ties, mutual understanding, and trust shared by Egypt and Indonesia into concrete cooperation and joint projects.

“We must translate this into areas of cooperation and joint projects that serve the people of both nations,” President El-Sisi remarked. (BPMI of Presidential Secretariat) (SA/AW)