The foreign ministers of Senegal and Egypt held discussions in Cairo to enhance their bilateral relations and coordinate political stances on significant issues affecting the region. The meeting, which included Senegalese Foreign Minister Cheikh Niang and his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty, focused on harmonizing their positions ahead of the upcoming African Union summit. This summit provides an opportunity for African nations to address shared challenges and cooperatively forge a path forward.

A significant topic of their discussions was the ongoing civil war in Sudan, which erupted in 2023 due to a conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces as they navigated a transition towards civilian governance. Abdelatty emphasized the importance of preserving Sudan's sovereignty and territorial integrity, dismissing any efforts to establish parallel governance or secessionist movements in Sudan. This stance reflects a broader commitment by both nations to support stability and unity across the region.

The outcome of these talks underscores the increasing cooperation between Senegal and Egypt, particularly in light of the African Union's role in addressing regional conflicts. Their unified approach to the situation in Sudan represents an intention to play an active role in stabilizing the region, which could influence future discussions during the African Union summit and potentially guide collective action on pressing regional matters.