Second stage of Egyptian - US dialogue

The second session of Egyptian - US strategic dialogue began yesterday, to discuss political topics and issues of joint interest.

The spokesman of the Egyptian Foreign Ministry said that in the Egyptian side participating in this dialogue is chaired by Assistant Foreign Minister Ahmed Abu El-Gheit while the US side is headed by US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle and Near East Affairs Martin Indyk. The meetings will last for two days, during which the participants will discuss priorities and joint interests between the two countries in Middle East and Africa.

In a press statement the spokesman added that during the meeting developments in these two regions will be discussed, as well as other international issues and methods of strengthening international efforts to combat terrorism.