President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi arrived in Kuwait on Sunday where he met with the Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah at Bayan Palace. Sabah welcomed Sisi's visit describing Egypt-Kuwait relations as distinctive and private. The Emir added that Sisi's visit will contribute to enhancing cooperation between the two countries. Sisi said Egypt supports Kuwait and Gulf countries against any regional or foreign threats. Minister of Trade and Industry Tarek Qabil said Sisi's visit to Kuwait and Bahrain is an important step towards achieving a qualitative leap in joint economic relations with the two countries.

Source: Egypt Independent May 08, 2017 08:26 UTC