During the phone call, Sisi reviewed with Merkel Egypt’s efforts to consolidate ceasefire in Gaza in addition to the efforts of reconstruction in the strip, a statement by the Egyptian Presidency read. Merkel hailed Egypt’s efforts and affirmed Germany’s keenness to boost consultation with Egypt in this regard. Sisi and Merkel agreed on the need to process with the political process in Libya until national elections are held next December. The president underscored Egypt’s stance on the need to reach a legal and binding agreement on the filling and operation of the dam. They affirmed the need to expand economic cooperation between the two countries so that it includes other economic and industrial sectors.

Source: Libya Today December 09, 2021 11:29 UTC