Commenting on the announcement of the resumption of diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ahmed Fahmy, the Spokesman for the Presidency, stated;
– The Arab Republic of Egypt appreciates this important step, and appreciates the direction taken by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in this regard, in order to remove points of tension at the regional level, and to affirm its reliance on the principles and purposes of the United Nations Charter in terms of respect for sovereignty of states, non-interference in their internal affairs, consolidating the concepts of good neighborliness and enhancing security and stability in the region.
– The Spokesman affirmed that Egypt looks forward to this development to have a positive impact on Iran's regional and international policies, and that it constitutes an opportunity to confirm its direction towards pursuing a policy that takes into account the legitimate concerns of the countries of the region, in a way that enhances opportunities for cooperation and consolidation of positive communications among them, in order to chart a path that meets the aspirations of the peoples of the region for prosperity and progress.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Presidency, The Arab Republic of Egypt.
